Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The turbocharger in your Audi is a component that helps draw in air to burn fuel in your engine. It relies on a special filter to keep the oil flowing properly. In some 2013-2017 models, this filter can get clogged and cause big problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the filter gets blocked, the turbocharger's bearings can wear out. This can cause the engine to stall while driving, and if the bearings fail, the turbocharger's shaft could break. Either way, you could lose power and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty oil strainer and give your engine a fresh oil change, all at no charge to you. This is a free repair, and you should schedule it as soon as you get your recall notice.
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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.
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