The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·20V272000·Announced 2020-05-13

Audi Recalls 2020 Q8 Models for Transmission Fluid Leak Risk

Volkswagen is recalling 2020 Audi Q8 vehicles because a defective transmission oil pipe may leak fluid, making roads slippery and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where a fluid leak could increase the risk of a crash, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2020 Audi Q8 vehicles. The recall addresses a potential defect in the transmission oil pipe where an insufficient weld may cause the vehicle to leak automatic transmission fluid (ATF).

If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may become slippery, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall began on June 12, 2020.

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission oil pipe and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
AUDI Q8
Brand
AUDI
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Transmission
Hazard
Affected units
531

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 (1)

  • Q8

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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