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NHTSARecalled Sep 13, 2016 · #16V660000

Fuel Pump Flange May Crack Causing Fuel Leak

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Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Product details

Product
  • Fuel Pump Flange May Crack Causing Fuel Leak
  • 2007-2012 Audi Q7
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Model numbers
2012 Audi
UPCs

What you should do

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20W9.

View the official CPSC notice