Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V397000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V397000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2013-2018 audi s8 and a8 vehicles Includes 12,964 affected units, Engine Compartment Seal May Detach, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2013-2018 audi s8 and a8 vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 audi s8 and a8 vehicles. the seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components.

Corrective Action

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening. the recall began september 4, 2020. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 51g6.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V397000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2020-07-07T00:00:00

Subject: Engine compartment seal may detach

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 12,964

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 51G6

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 audi s8 and a8 vehicles. the seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components.

Consequence Summary: If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

Corrective Action: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening. the recall began september 4, 2020. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 51g6.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 88.08

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