AUDI Q8 2020: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V272000

Make Model Year
AUDI Q8 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-06-12 2020-05-13 2020-05-13

Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 38C7

Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 531

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "Volkswagen" is recalling certain 2020 Audi Q8 vehicles. An insufficient weld on a transmission oil pipe may cause the vehicle to leak automatic transmission fluid "ATF".

Consequence

If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may become slippery, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission oil pipe and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38C7.

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.