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NHTSARecalled Jan 28, 2019 · #19V057000

Fuel Supply Line May Become Porous and Leak Fuel

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Description

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. Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.

Product details

Product
  • Fuel Supply Line May Become Porous and Leak Fuel
  • 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice