Fuel injection system fuel leak
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 audi s4, s5, q7, 2012 audi a6, volkswagen touareg hybrid, and 2012-2013 audi a7 vehicles. in the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.
Safety Consequence
A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails and corresponding seals, free of charge. The recall began on march 17, 2015. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834 or volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 24ap for audi customers and 24bk for volkswagen customers.
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FAQ: Recall 15V019000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V019000?
NHTSA recall 15V019000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on January 20, 2015. It addresses: Fuel injection system fuel leak. The recall affects approximately 26,008 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V019000 or the manufacturer campaign number Audi: 24AP/VW: 24BK. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.