NHTSA Recall 18V818000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPNov 19, 2018· Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Summary

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

YearMakeModel
2009AudiQ5
2010AudiQ5
2011AudiQ5
2012AudiQ5
2007AudiQ7
2008AudiQ7
2009AudiQ7
2010AudiQ7
2011AudiQ7
2012AudiQ7

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