Fuel line leak
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 audi s6 and s7 vehicles equipped with 4.0l engines. due to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel.
Safety Consequence
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The safety recall is planned to begin in late october 2013. owners may contact audi of america at 1-800-822-2834. volkswagen's number for this campaign is 20u6/l8.
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FAQ: Recall 13V450000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V450000?
NHTSA recall 13V450000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on September 23, 2013. It addresses: Fuel line leak. The recall affects approximately 3,594 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V450000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20U6/L8. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.