2013-2017 Audi A8, Audi RS 7 and others recall: turbo/supercharger
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 23, 2022. It covers about 26,093 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 26,093
- reported
- Mar 23, 2022
- owners notified
- Aug 4, 2022
- related complaints
- 210
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: turbo/supercharger
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 22V178000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 210 complaints about engine problems.
2014 Audi A82015 Audi A82016 Audi A82017 Audi A82014 Audi RS 72015 Audi RS 72016 Audi RS 72017 Audi RS 72014 Audi S62015 Audi S62016 Audi S62017 Audi S6
Questions about recall 22V178000
Is there a recall on the 2013-2017 Audi A8, Audi RS 7 and others turbo/supercharger?
Yes. Recall 22V178000, reported on March 23, 2022, covers about 26,093 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 22V178000?
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.
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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