Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The turbocharger in your Audi is a crucial part that uses oil to keep the gears moving smoothly. The oil strainer in your 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, or RS7 model could become blocked and prevent the oil from reaching the gears, causing them to wear out.
Risk if Unfixed
If the gears wear out, the turbine wheel could break or get stuck, causing your engine to stall. This could make it hard to control your vehicle, especially at highway speeds, and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the oil strainer and give your engine a fresh oil change, all for free. You should schedule this repair as soon as you receive 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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