Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
What Happened
The fuel tank on your Audi A6 or Allroad has a plastic valve that helps prevent fuel spills in a rollover. Over time, this valve can crack due to aging and stress from the surrounding parts.
Risk if Unfixed
If the valve cracks, fuel can leak out and ignite, causing a fire. This is a serious risk to your safety and the safety of others.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will reinforce or repair the cracked valve to prevent leaks. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 68,240 MY 2001-2004 AUDI A6 QUATTRO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7L, 2.8L, OR 3.0L ENGINES AND MY 2001-2005 ALLROAD QUATTRO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7L OR 4.2L ENGINES. THE AGING OF THE PLASTIC MATERIAL IN THE FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE COMBINED WITH BENDING STRESS FROM THE ALUMINUM VENTILATION LINE TO THE ROLLOVER VALVE NIPPLE MAY LEAD TO CRACKING OF THE NIPPLE. IF THIS HAPPENS, A FUEL LEAK MAY RESULT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REINFORCE THE NIPPLE ON THE ROLLOVER VALVE TO PREVENT LEAKAGE OR REPAIR THE CRACKING AT THE NIPPLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 27, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
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