The fuel pump flange on your Audi Q7 or Q5 is the part that seals the fuel pump. Some of these flanges were temporarily fixed with a special tape, but that tape might not be enough to prevent fuel leaks.
Risk if Unfixed
If fuel leaks onto a hot surface, it could ignite and cause a fire. You could be at risk of a fire if the fuel leak isn't fixed.
Free Fix
Audi will replace the fuel pump flange and add new tape to ensure the repair is secure, and this service is free. You'll get a notice when it's time to schedule the repair with your Audi dealer.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall 16V-660. These vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange, until replacement remedy parts became available.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The butyl tape may not prevent fuel from leaking. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BJ.
The fuel pump flange in your Audi is a critical connection between the fuel pump and the engine. It's the part that keeps fuel from leaking out.
Risk if Unfixed
If the flange cracks, fuel will start leaking, and if it's near an ignition source like a spark, it could ignite and cause a fire.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will check the flange, replace it if it's cracked, clean and protect it if it's fine, all at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20W9.
The driver's air bag in your Audi is designed to protect you in a serious crash. However, in certain 2006-2013 models, the air bag inflator might not work as intended, causing it to explode.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator explodes during a crash, sharp metal fragments could hit you or your passengers, leading to severe injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty air bag inflator with a safer one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2013 Audi A3, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2009-2012 Q5, and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69R6. Note: This recall partially supersedes recall 16V-078.
The driver's air bag in your vehicle is a safety feature that deploys in a crash to cushion your head and neck. In some affected models, the air bag's inflator could rupture and spew metal fragments.
Risk if Unfixed
If your air bag inflates in a crash, the inflator could burst and send metal shards into you, causing serious injury or even death. This is a life-threatening situation.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the air bag inflator with a safe one, at no cost to you. You'll be notified when the new parts are available, and you should bring your vehicle in for the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available. Volkswagen will notify owners again once parts are available. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
