Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #19V057000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V057000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2013-2016 audi a8 and s8 vehicles Includes 8,985 affected units, Fuel Supply Line May Become Porous and Leak Fuel, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2013-2016 audi a8 and s8 vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 audi a8 and s8 vehicles. the fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.

Corrective Action

Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. the recall began february 21, 2019. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 20bm.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V057000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2019-01-28T00:00:00
Subject: Fuel supply line may become porous and leak fuel
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline
Potentially Affected Units: 8,985

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20BM
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 audi a8 and s8 vehicles. the fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.
Consequence Summary: Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.
Corrective Action: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. the recall began february 21, 2019. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 20bm.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 84.73

Metadata

SID: row-4d9s~9mif-i6dp
NHTSA ID: 19V057000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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