2012-2014 Audi A6 and Audi A7 recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 6, 2017. It covers about 48,693 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 48,693
- reported
- Dec 6, 2017
- owners notified
- Feb 5, 2018
- related complaints
- 36
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 17V781000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 36 complaints about fuel system problems.
2012 Audi A62013 Audi A62014 Audi A62012 Audi A72013 Audi A72014 Audi A7
Questions about recall 17V781000
Is there a recall on the 2012-2014 Audi A6 and Audi A7 hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?
Yes. Recall 17V781000, reported on December 6, 2017, covers about 48,693 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V781000?
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.
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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