Recall 19V057000: 2013–2016 Audi A8, 2013–2016 Audi S8
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 28, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 8,985
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.
The fix
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.
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
- 2013 Audi A8
- 2014 Audi A8
- 2015 Audi A8
- 2016 Audi A8
- 2013 Audi S8
- 2014 Audi S8
- 2015 Audi S8
- 2016 Audi S8
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V057000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 20BM
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Feb 21, 2019
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
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