NHTSA Recall 20V397000
NHTSA Campaign Id 20V397000; Date: Jul. 7, 2020
if the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Audi A8; 2014 Audi A8; 2015 Audi A8; 2016 Audi A8; 2017 Audi A8; 2018 Audi A8; 2013 Audi S8; 2014 Audi S8; 2015 Audi S8; 2016 Audi S8; 2017 Audi S8; 2018 Audi S8
Component: Structure:body:hood
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 12,964
Recall Summary:
volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 audi s8 and a8 vehicles. the seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components.
How to Fix:
audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening. the recall is expected to begin september 4, 2020. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 51g6.
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.
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