2001-2004 Audi A6, Audi RS6 and others recall: tank assembly
Volkswagen Of America, Inc reported this safety recall on May 3, 2011. It covers about 5,992 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,992
- reported
- May 3, 2011
- owners notified
- Jun 21, 2011
- related complaints
- 76
Fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 audi a6, model year 2002-2003 s6 and model year 2003 rs6 vehicles equipped with 4.2l engines and manufactured from june 19, 2001, through june 8, 2004. The aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve nipple may lead to cracking of the nipple. If this happens, a fuel leak may result.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. The recall is expected to begin during june 2011. Owners may contact audi at 1‑800‑822‑2834.
Recall number 11V267000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 76 complaints about fuel system problems.
2001 Audi A62002 Audi A62003 Audi A62004 Audi A62003 Audi RS62002 Audi S62003 Audi S6
Questions about recall 11V267000
Is there a recall on the 2001-2004 Audi A6, Audi RS6 and others tank assembly?
Yes. Recall 11V267000, reported on May 3, 2011, covers about 5,992 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 11V267000?
Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. The recall is expected to begin during june 2011. Owners may contact audi at 1‑800‑822‑2834.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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