NHTSA recall 17V781000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Audi A6 and 1 more
Reported Dec 6, 201748,693 vehicles affectedVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.Maker’s number 20ARBuilt Mar 28, 2011 – Sep 13, 2013
The defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AR.