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Campaign 14V516000

Critical Plain English
ID: #14V516000 MFR: Volkswagen of America, Inc.

What This Recall Means

Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

What Happened
The check valve in your Audi Q7's engine is a tiny part that helps control the flow of engine oil. In some 2013 models built between June 2012 and November 2012, this valve can get clogged with plastic debris and start leaking oil into the brake booster system.
Risk if Unfixed
If oil gets into the brake booster, the diaphragm could burst, making it harder for you to stop your vehicle. This could increase the risk of a crash, especially on the highway or in emergency situations.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix
Audi will replace a critical vacuum line and inspect the brake booster system for oil contamination. If oil is present, they'll replace additional parts for free. This repair is complimentary, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #14V516000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.