NHTSA Recall 16V646000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V646000; Date: Sep. 7, 2016
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Audi A6; 2013 Audi A6; 2012 Audi A7; 2013 Audi A7
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 28,249
Recall Summary:
Volkswagen group of America, inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Audi a6 and Audi a7 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a fuel hose in the engine compartment that may degrade and leak fuel.
How to Fix:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the under hood fuel pump and fuel hose, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24bz.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 2, 2016
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