CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that 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 replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Z8. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-660.
- 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
A fuel pump flange on certain gasoline-powered vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Audi will notify owners. Dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present, and flanges without cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs are free of charge. Owners can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 and may check their VIN for open recalls. This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-660.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi Q5 | 20132014201520162017 |
|---|---|
| Audi Q7 | 201320142015 |