Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The turbocharger in your Audi is a device that uses air and fuel to make your engine more powerful. The oil strainer is a small filter that helps keep the turbocharger running smoothly by supplying lubricating oil.
Risk if Unfixed
If the oil strainer gets clogged, the turbocharger's bearings can wear out, causing the turbine wheel to rub against the housing or the shaft to break. This can make the engine stall, which could cause a loss of power steering and power brakes while driving – making it harder to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty oil strainer and change the oil in your engine, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your turbocharger continues to run smoothly and safely.
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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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