NHTSA Recall # | 128841 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 18V430000 |
MFG Compaign # | 20AV |
Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Supplier | AUDI |
Brand | AUDI |
Model | A8 |
Model Year | 2014 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/P |
Date of notification | 20/07/18 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 27/06/12 |
End date of manufacturing | 26/03/14 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 25/06/18 |
Report created | 27/06/18 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 6633 |
Defect summary | Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 audi s8 and a8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous over time, resulting in a fuel leak. |
Consequence summary | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. |
Corrective action | Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began july 20, 2018. Owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20av. |
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). |