Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V818000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V818000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2007-2012 audi q7 and 2009-2012 audi q5 vehicles, previously repaired under nhtsa recall 16v-660 Includes 5,987 affected units, Interim Butyl Tape Repair May Allow Fuel to Leak, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2007-2012 audi q7 and 2009-2012 audi q5 vehicles, previously repaired under nhtsa recall 16v-660

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 audi q7 and 2009-2012 audi q5 vehicles, previously repaired under nhtsa recall 16v-660. these vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange, until replacement remedy parts became available.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. the recall began december 28, 2018. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 20bj.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V818000
Report Received Date: 2018-11-19T00:00:00
Subject: Interim butyl tape repair may allow fuel to leak
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline
Potentially Affected Units: 5,987

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20BJ
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 audi q7 and 2009-2012 audi q5 vehicles, previously repaired under nhtsa recall 16v-660. these vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange, until replacement remedy parts became available.
Consequence Summary: The butyl tape may not prevent fuel from leaking. a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. the recall began december 28, 2018. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 20bj.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 69.87

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NHTSA ID: 18V818000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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