Fuel pump flange may crack causing fuel leak
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 audi q5 and 2013-2017 audi q7 vehicles. these gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Safety Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began july 3, 2017. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 20z8. note: this recall is an expansion of recall 16v-660.
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FAQ: Recall 17V298000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V298000?
NHTSA recall 17V298000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on May 3, 2017. It addresses: Fuel pump flange may crack causing fuel leak. The recall affects approximately 240,487 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 17V298000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20Z8. 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.