ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The turbocharger in your Audi is like a supercharger that helps your engine breathe. A small filter, called the oil supply strainer, keeps it running smoothly. In some 2013-2017 models, this filter can clog up and cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the oil strainer gets blocked, the turbocharger's bearings will wear out, and the turbine wheel could hit the housing or even break the shaft. This could cause your engine to stall, making it hard to control your vehicle and increasing 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 cost to you. You should schedule this free 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 Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The fuel supply line in your Audi A8 or S8 is a critical part that helps deliver gasoline to your engine. Over time, this line can develop tiny holes that let fuel escape.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel line leaks, it could start a fire near the engine, which is extremely serious and could cause serious injury or property damage.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will add a special fuel pressure damper to prevent leaks, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.
Original — Remedy
Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The fuel supply line is a crucial hose that brings gasoline to your high-pressure fuel pump in your Audi S8 or A8. Over time, it could become porous and start leaking fuel.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel line leaks and an ignition source is nearby, there's a risk of a fire. This is a serious situation that could damage your vehicle and put you in danger.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty fuel line with a new one, free of charge. You'll be notified when the repair is ready, and you should contact them to schedule the fix.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous over time, resulting in a fuel leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began July 20, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AV.
The sunroof in your Audi A8 or S8 is a glass panel that lets in natural light. In some 2013-2014 models, this glass could shatter without warning.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sunroof glass breaks while you're driving, sharp pieces of glass could hurt you or a passenger. It could also be distracting, making it harder to control the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the sunroof glass with a new, safer one – and it's free. You'll get a notification when it's time to bring your vehicle in for the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured March 12, 2013, through July 15, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with a standard sunroof glass panel that may shatter.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Should the sunroof's glass break while the vehicle is in use, the falling glass could injure the driver or passengers. It could also distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass panel, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkwagen's number for this campaign is 60B6/1L.
The seal around the hood of your Audi is designed to keep heat and flames away from the engine area. In certain 2013-2018 models, this seal can come loose over time.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seal touches the hot engine, it could catch fire, putting you and others at risk. This is a serious situation that could cause damage to your vehicle or even lead to an accident.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will install a special plate to keep the seal in place, preventing it from coming loose. This repair is free, 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 2013-2018 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening. The recall began September 4, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51G6.
