The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18V863000·Announced 2018-12-05

Volkswagen Recalls 2018 Audi Models for Fuel Hose Fire Risk

Volkswagen is recalling 2018 Audi A3 and TT models because a fuel hose connector may detach, causing a leak that increases fire risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fuel leak that increases the risk of a fire, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury/property-damage reports' or structural vehicle defects involving fire hazards.

Plain-English summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2018 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, A3 Sedan, and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the fuel system where the fuel hose quick connector may detach from the fuel supply line in the engine bay.

This defect can result in a fuel leak within the engine compartment, which increases the risk of a fire. The recall began on January 11, 2019.

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the fuel line connection as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
AUDI A3 CABRIOLET, TT ROADSTER
Brand
AUDI
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Fuel System
Hazard
Affected units
1,104

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • A3 CABRIOLET
  • TT ROADSTER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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