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Audi A6 Recall 16V646: Fuel Hose Can Leak and Raise Fire Risk

NHTSA campaign 16V646, reported September 7, 2016, 28,249 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A fuel hose in the engine compartment may degrade over time and leak gasoline. In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Audi will notify affected owners. Authorized dealers will replace the under-hood fuel pump and the fuel hose at no cost to you. The recall began in November 2016. You can also contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's recall number for this campaign is 24BZ.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 16V646Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Audi A6 and Audi A7 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a fuel hose in the engine compartment that may degrade and leak fuel.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the under hood fuel pump and fuel hose, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24BZ.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Audi A620122013
Audi A720122013