NHTSA recall 17V781000
Fuel System, Gasoline · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
December 6, 2017report date
48,693units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's 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.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2018.
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All model years NHTSA lists
2012 Audi A6, 2013 Audi A6, 2014 Audi A6, 2012 Audi A7, 2013 Audi A7, 2014 Audi A7.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 17V781000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.