2013-2016 Audi A8 and Audi S8 recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on January 28, 2019. It covers about 8,985 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 8,985
reported: Jan 28, 2019
owners notified: Feb 21, 2019
related complaints: 13

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.
Risk: Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.

Recall number 19V057000

Affected vehicles

Audi A8 2013-2016 2013 2014 2015 2016
Audi S8 2013-2016 2013 2014 2015 2016

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 13 complaints about fuel system problems.

2013 Audi A8 2014 Audi A8 2015 Audi A8 2016 Audi A8 2013 Audi S8 2014 Audi S8 2015 Audi S8 2016 Audi S8

Questions about recall 19V057000

Is there a recall on the 2013-2016 Audi A8 and Audi S8 hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 19V057000, reported on January 28, 2019, covers about 8,985 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V057000?

Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.

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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