ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The turbocharger in your vehicle is like a powerful fan that uses oil to keep its moving parts running smoothly. In some 2013-2017 Audi models, the oil supply to this fan can become clogged, causing damage to the bearings.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bearings wear out, the turbocharger's moving parts can hit the housing or break, causing the engine to stall. This could lead to a loss of power and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized Audi dealer will replace the oil strainer and change the oil in your vehicle's engine, all at no cost to you. This repair should be done as soon as possible, and you'll receive a notification letter with more information.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
Volkswagen of America, Inc.
What Happened
The fuel lines in your Audi S6 or S7 are the tubes that carry gasoline from the tank to the engine. In some 2013-2014 models with 4.0L engines, these lines might not be sealed properly, which can cause them to leak fuel.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel line leaks and there's an ignition source nearby, like a spark from the engine, it could catch fire. This is a serious risk that could lead to a fire in or around your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty fuel line with a new one, and this repair will be done free of charge. You'll receive a notification when the recall begins, but you can also contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834 if you'd like to schedule the repair sooner.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi S6 and S7 vehicles equipped with 4.0L engines. Due to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The safety recall is planned to begin in late October 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this campaign is 20U6/L8.
The sensor in your front passenger seat helps the airbag system decide whether to deploy the airbag. Over time, this sensor can wear out due to stress or normal use.
Risk if Unfixed
If this sensor fails, the airbag in front of the passenger seat might not deploy properly in a crash, which could lead to serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty sensor with a new one, free of charge, to ensure your airbag system works correctly. You'll get a notification when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
