Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V639000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V639000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2017-2018 audi r8 spyder and r8 coupe vehicles Includes 1,916 affected units, Transmission Fluid Vent Hose may Leak Causing Fire, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017-2018 audi r8 spyder and r8 coupe vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 audi r8 spyder and r8 coupe vehicles. transmission fluid may leak from the gearbox ventilation hose after certain high speed and maneuvering situations.

Corrective Action

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single gearbox ventilation hose with a double ventilation hose, free of charge. the recall began october 18, 2018. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 34j1.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V639000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2018-09-17T00:00:00

Subject: Transmission fluid vent hose may leak causing fire

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 1,916

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 34J1

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 audi r8 spyder and r8 coupe vehicles. transmission fluid may leak from the gearbox ventilation hose after certain high speed and maneuvering situations.

Consequence Summary: If leaked transmission fluid contacts hot engine parts, it can increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single gearbox ventilation hose with a double ventilation hose, free of charge. the recall began october 18, 2018. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 34j1.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 93.68

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NHTSA ID: 18V639000

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