NHTSA Recall # | 138326 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 17V781000 |
MFG Compaign # | 20AR |
Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Supplier | AUDI |
Brand | AUDI |
Model | A6 |
Model Year | 2013 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/P |
Date of notification | 05/02/18 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 28/03/11 |
End date of manufacturing | 13/09/13 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 06/12/17 |
Report created | 08/12/17 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 48693 |
Defect summary | Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 audi a6 and a7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak. |
Consequence summary | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire. |
Corrective action | Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began february 5, 2018. Owners may contact audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20ar. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |