CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
- 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 inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20W9.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The fuel pump flange on certain vehicles with gasoline engines may crack, allowing fuel to leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Dealers will inspect the fuel pump flange. If the flange is cracked, it will be replaced. If the flange is not cracked, the dealer will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. All repairs are free of charge. Audi will notify owners directly. You can also contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834, and check your VIN for open recalls at an authorized dealer or on the NHTSA website.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi Q5 | 2009201020112012 |
|---|---|
| Audi Q7 | 200720082009201020112012 |