The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·19V035000·Announced 2019-01-16

Audi Recalls A8, A7, A6, and Q7 Models for Fuel Rail Leaks

Audi is recalling specific 2015-2018 models because fuel rails may leak, increasing the risk of fire if an ignition source is present.

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 structural vehicle defect (fuel rail leak) that poses a significant risk of fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6, and A7 vehicles, as well as 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The recall involves a defect where the left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. The recall began on February 28, 2019.

Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail free of charge. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
AUDI A8, A7, A6, Q7
Brand
AUDI
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Fuel System
Hazard
Affected units
74,881

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 (4)

  • A8
  • A7
  • A6
  • Q7

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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