Volkswagen Group of America – Fuel Supply Line May Become Porous and Leak Fuel

Volkswagen Group of America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.


Report Received Date 01/28/2019
NHTSA ID 19V057000
Consequence Summary Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.
Corrective Action Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.
Recall Code 20BM
Potentially Affected 8985
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V057000)