Audi A7 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

January 20, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalls 2011–2013 Audi, Volkswagen — 6 models

Recall number

15V019000

Brand / firm

Audi, Volkswagen

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 26,008 units

Why it was recalled

A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Audi S4, S5, Q7, 2012 Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles. In the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.

What to do

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails and corresponding seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2015. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834 or Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 24AP for Audi customers and 24BK for Volkswagen customers.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.