AUDI A8 2017: STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V397000

Make Model Year
AUDI A8 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-09-04 2020-07-07 2020-07-07

Production Dates: 2014-03-12 - 2017-06-18

Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 51G6

Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 12964

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

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.

Notes

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.