NHTSA recall 18V863000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Audi A3 Cabriolet and 1 more
Reported Dec 5, 20181,104 vehicles affectedVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.Maker’s number 20BKBuilt Mar 12, 2018 – Apr 17, 2018
The defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The fuel hose quick connector may detach from the fuel supply line in the engine bay, resulting in a fuel leak.
The risk
A fuel leak in the engine compartment can increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the fuel line connection, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BK.