Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #13V448000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V448000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2013-2014 audi a8 and s8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured march 12, 2013, through july 15, 2013 Includes 1,120 affected units, Sunroof may Shatter, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013-2014 audi a8 and s8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured march 12, 2013, through july 15, 2013

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 audi a8 and s8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured march 12, 2013, through july 15, 2013. these vehicles are equipped with a standard sunroof glass panel that may shatter.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass panel, free of charge. the recall began on october 21, 2013. owners may contact audi of america at 1-800-822-2834. volkwagen's number for this campaign is 60b6/1l.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V448000
Report Received Date: 2013-09-23T00:00:00
Subject: Sunroof may shatter
Component: Visibility
Potentially Affected Units: 1,120

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 60B6/1L
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 audi a8 and s8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured march 12, 2013, through july 15, 2013. these vehicles are equipped with a standard sunroof glass panel that may shatter.
Consequence Summary: Should the sunroof's glass break while the vehicle is in use, the falling glass could injure the driver or passengers. it could also distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass panel, free of charge. the recall began on october 21, 2013. owners may contact audi of america at 1-800-822-2834. volkwagen's number for this campaign is 60b6/1l.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 95.98

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NHTSA ID: 13V448000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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