Recall 13V-450
Volkswagen of America, Inc. recalled the 2013 to 2014 Audi S6 and 1 other model: Fuel system, gasoline (delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V-450
- Reported
- September 23, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 3,594 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi S6 and S7 vehicles equipped with 4.0L engines. Due to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel.
The risk
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The safety recall is planned to begin in late October 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for this campaign is 20U6/L8.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]