NHTSA Recall # | 147428 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V272000 |
MFG Compaign # | 38C7 |
Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Supplier | AUDI |
Brand | AUDI |
Model | Q8 |
Model Year | 2020 |
Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UN |
Date of notification | 12/06/20 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 13/09/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 13/09/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 13/05/20 |
Report created | 13/05/20 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 531 |
Defect summary | Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 audi q8 vehicles. An insufficient weld on a transmission oil pipe may cause the vehicle to leak automatic transmission fluid (atf). |
Consequence summary | If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may become slippery, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission oil pipe and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began june 12, 2020. Owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38c7. |
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). |