CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
- Risk
- Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
A blocked oil supply strainer in the turbocharger can cut off lubrication to the turbo bearings, causing them to wear. Worn bearings can let the turbine wheel contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, which can stall the engine and increase the risk of a crash.
Authorized dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change at no cost to the owner. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. For questions, contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834, referencing recall 21H7.
You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your car is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi A8 | 20132014201520162017 |
|---|---|
| Audi RS 7 | 2014201520162017 |
| Audi S6 | 20132014201520162017 |
| Audi S7 | 20132014201520162017 |
| Audi S8 | 20132014201520162017 |