Volkswagen Group of America – Improperly Welded Fuel Rails May Leak Fuel

Volkswagen Group of America (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.


Report Received Date 01/16/2019
NHTSA ID 19V035000
Consequence Summary A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
Corrective Action Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.
Recall Code 24DP
Potentially Affected 74881
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V035000)