NHTSA recall 16V415000
Visibility · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
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What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Audi a8 and s8 vehicles. The sunroof glass on the affected vehicles may not be properly secured to the sunroof frame. As a result, the sunroof glass may detach from the car while driving.
Why it matters: If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install additional adhesive between the sunroof glass and frame, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in August 4, 2016.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2007 Audi A8, 2008 Audi A8, 2009 Audi A8, 2007 Audi S8, 2008 Audi S8, 2009 Audi S8.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 16V415000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.