AUDI RS6 AVANT 2021: ENGINE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V339000

Make Model Year
AUDI RS6 AVANT 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-07-09 2021-05-12 2021-05-13

Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 10G9

Component: ENGINE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 15

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "Audi" is recalling certain 2021 Audi SQ7, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 AVANT, and SQ8 vehicles. Cracks may develop on the surface of the engine cylinder bore.

Consequence

Cracks may cause engine damage and a stall or an oil leak, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 10G9.

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.