Safety Recall NHTSA · 22V178000 Reported March 23, 2022

Blocked turbocharger oil strainer

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · Engine And Engine Cooling · 26,093 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
22V178000
Manufacturer Campaign
21H7
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
26,093
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 23, 2022
Completion Rate
83.07

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 a8, s6 sedan, s7, s8, and 2014-2017 rs7 vehicles. the turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.

Safety Consequence

Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed august 4, 2022. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. audi's number for this recall is 21h7.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 22V178000 or campaign 21H7.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 22V178000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 22V178000?

NHTSA recall 22V178000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on March 23, 2022. It addresses: Blocked turbocharger oil strainer. The recall affects approximately 26,093 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V178000 or the manufacturer campaign number 21H7. 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.