Volkswagen Group of America – Sunroof Glass may Detach from Vehicle

Volkswagen Group of America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The sunroof glass on the affected vehicles may not be properly secured to the sunroof frame. As a result, the sunroof glass may detach from the car while driving.


Report Received Date 06/09/2016
NHTSA ID 16V415000
Consequence Summary If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install additional adhesive between the sunroof glass and frame, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in August 4, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 60C3.
Recall Code 60C3
Potentially Affected 536
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V415000)