Defect Description For Recall
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) Is Recalling Certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 And 2009-2012 Audi Q5 Vehicles, Previously Repaired Under Nhtsa Recall 16V-660. These Vehicles Were Previously Repaired With An Interim Repair Of Installing Butyl Tape To The Fuel Pump Flange, Until Replacement Remedy Parts Became Available.
Make Of Vehicle
AUDI
Model Of Vehicle
Q7
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
18V818000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
Effect Of Defect
The Butyl Tape May Not Prevent Fuel From Leaking. A Fuel Leak In The Presence Of An Ignition Source Can Increase The Risk Of A Fire.
Fix Defect
Volkswagen Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Fuel Pump Flange And Install Butyl Tape, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began December 28, 2018. Owners May Contact Audi Customer Service At 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen’S Number For This Recall Is 20Bj.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20060314
End Of Manufacture
20120526
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
5987
Date Owners Notified
20181228
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20181119
Make Campaign Number
20BJ