ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The turbocharger in your Audi is the part that helps your engine breathe in more air and get more power. The oil strainer is a filter that keeps debris out of the turbocharger's oil supply. In some 2013-2017 models, this strainer can get clogged, starving the turbocharger of the oil it needs.
Risk if Unfixed
If the oil strainer blocks, the turbocharger's bearings can wear out. This can cause the turbine wheel to scrape against the housing or even snap, leading to an engine stall. This could make it hard to control your vehicle and increase the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the oil strainer and freshen up your engine oil, all at no cost to you. You should schedule this repair as soon as you get the 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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
Volkswagen of America, Inc.
What Happened
The fuel line in your Audi S6 or S7 is the hose that carries gasoline from your tank to your engine. In some 2013-2014 models with 4.0L engines, this line may not be properly sealed.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel line leaks, it could cause a fire if there's an ignition source nearby, like a spark or an open flame.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty fuel line with a new one, and it's free. You'll be notified when the repair is ready, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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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 passenger seat in your Audi has a special mat under the seat cushion that senses the weight and position of the person sitting there. In some 2012-2018 models, this mat can wear down or get damaged, causing a computer to misread the passenger's presence.
Risk if Unfixed
If the computer thinks the passenger seat is empty when it's not, the airbag may not deploy properly in a crash, which could lead to serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will install a repair kit that fixes the passenger airbag system, and it won't cost you a thing. They'll contact you with a schedule for the repair once the recall notice is sent out.
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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.
