NHTSA recall 20V397000
Structure · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi s8 and a8 vehicles. The seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components.
Why it matters: If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
The fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening. The recall began September 4, 2020.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2013 Audi A8
- 2013 Audi S8
- 2014 Audi A8
- 2014 Audi S8
- 2015 Audi A8
- 2015 Audi S8
- 2016 Audi A8
- 2016 Audi S8
- 2017 Audi A8
- 2017 Audi S8
- 2018 Audi A8
- 2018 Audi S8
All model years NHTSA lists
2013 Audi A8, 2014 Audi A8, 2015 Audi A8, 2016 Audi A8, 2017 Audi A8, 2018 Audi A8, 2013 Audi S8, 2014 Audi S8, 2015 Audi S8, 2016 Audi S8, 2017 Audi S8, 2018 Audi S8.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 20V397000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.