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Audi A6 Recall 17V781: Fuel line can weaken and leak, creating fire risk

NHTSA campaign 17V781, reported December 6, 2017, 48,693 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A fuel line has a compression point that can weaken over time, which may cause a fuel leak. Fuel leaking near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

The repair is free. Audi will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the fuel line at no cost. Owners can also contact Audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834 and reference recall number 20AR.

Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website or with your Audi dealer, and schedule the free repair as soon as possible.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V781Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Problem
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.
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 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.
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 A6201220132014
Audi A7201220132014