Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #23V601000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V601000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2021 audi s7, s6 sedan, rs7, rs6 avant, a6 allroad, 2019-2021 a7, and a6 sedan vehicles Includes 7,499 affected units, Incorrect Brake Fluid Cap, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2021 audi s7, s6 sedan, rs7, rs6 avant, a6 allroad, 2019-2021 a7, and a6 sedan vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2021 audi s7, s6 sedan, rs7, rs6 avant, a6 allroad, 2019-2021 a7, and a6 sedan vehicles. an incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed october 17, 2023. owners may contact audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 47t9.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 23V601000
Report Received Date: 2023-08-25T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect brake fluid cap
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 7,499

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 47T9
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2021 audi s7, s6 sedan, rs7, rs6 avant, a6 allroad, 2019-2021 a7, and a6 sedan vehicles. an incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.
Consequence Summary: Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed october 17, 2023. owners may contact audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 47t9.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 87.79

Metadata

SID: row-ebd8~bmq2~4mw7
NHTSA ID: 23V601000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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