Issue ID | 1625974 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11288494 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | AUDI |
Model | A4 |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 28/11/19 |
Component | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2013 audi a4. While driving 65 mph, a strong odor of fuel was present inside the vehicle. The following day, the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the fuel tank was leaking under the rear seat. The vehicle was taken to audi dominion (21105 ih-10 w, san antonio, tx 78257) where it was determined that the fuel tank was leaking and needed to be resealed. The vehicle was repaired under warranty, but the rear seat was severely damaged; which was not covered under warranty. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 101000 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | SAN ANTONIO, TX |
VIN pattern | WAUFFAFL3DNXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 24/01/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 65 |
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