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Recall 18V-639

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2017 to 2018 Audi R8 Spyder: Power train (automatic transmission).

At a glance

Campaign number
18V-639
Reported
September 17, 2018
Vehicles affected
1,916 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi R8 Spyder and R8 Coupe vehicles. Transmission fluid may leak from the gearbox ventilation hose after certain high speed and maneuvering situations.

The risk

If leaked transmission fluid contacts hot engine parts, it can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single gearbox ventilation hose with a double ventilation hose, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 34J1.

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]

Affected vehicles