Recall 18V639000: 2017–2018 Audi R8 Spyder
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 17, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 1,916
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi R8 Spyder and R8 Coupe vehicles. Transmission fluid may leak from the gearbox ventilation hose after certain high speed and maneuvering situations.
The risk
If leaked transmission fluid contacts hot engine parts, it can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single gearbox ventilation hose with a double ventilation hose, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 34J1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2017 Audi R8 Spyder
- 2018 Audi R8 Spyder
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V639000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 34J1
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Oct 18, 2018
- Components
- Power train:automatic transmission (Transmission & Drivetrain)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology