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NHTSA : 20V397000🔴 ⚠️ High severity

Campaign Details

Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

Defect Description

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.

Consequence / Hazard

If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

Proposed Solution

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. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51G6.

🚗 Affected Vehicles12

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.