The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·21V339000·Announced 2021-05-12

2021 Audi RS Q8 Engine Cylinder Bore Cracks Increase Fire and Stall Risk

Audi is recalling five 2021 model vehicles for engine cylinder bore cracks that may cause engine damage, stalling, oil leaks, and increased fire risk.

What this means for you

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: Engine cylinder bore cracks constitute a structural vehicle defect that may cause engine damage, stalling, and fire risk. No injuries or property damage have been reported, placing this in the high-risk category where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS Q8, SQ7, RS6 AVANT, RS7, and SQ8 vehicles due to engine defects. Cracks may develop on the surface of the engine cylinder bore.

These cracks may cause engine damage, stalling, and oil leaks. The risks include increased potential for vehicle crash or fire. Approximately 15 vehicles are affected by this recall.

Owners have been notified by mail as of July 9, 2021. Dealers will replace the affected engine at no cost. Owners should contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) for more information.

The recalled product

Product
2021 AUDI RS Q8
Brand
AUDI
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Engine
Hazard
  • cylinder-bore-crack
  • engine-stall
  • oil-leak
  • fire
  • crash
Affected units
15

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 (5)

  • RS Q8
  • SQ7
  • RS6
  • RS7
  • SQ8

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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