Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17V298000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V298000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2013-2017 audi q5 and 2013-2017 audi q7 vehicles Includes 240,487 affected units, Fuel Pump Flange May Crack Causing Fuel Leak, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2013-2017 audi q5 and 2013-2017 audi q7 vehicles
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 audi q5 and 2013-2017 audi q7 vehicles. these gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Corrective Action
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began july 3, 2017. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 20z8. note: this recall is an expansion of recall 16v-660.