AUDI A6 2013: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V781000
Make | Model | Year |
---|---|---|
AUDI | A6 | 2013 |
Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
2018-02-05 | 2017-12-06 | 2017-12-08 |
Production Dates: 2011-03-28 - 2013-09-13
Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 20AR
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 48693
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "Volkswagen" is recalling certain 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AR.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.