2012 AUDI A8 RECALL - #16V619000
RECALL FOR ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING : ENGINE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Audi A8 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2010, to May 14, 2012. The affected vehicles have a coolant valve that may leak, allowing coolant to enter the engine control module causing a loss of power or the engine to stall.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2012 AUDI A8 |
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| Manufacturer |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
5/15/2010 - 5/14/2012 |
| Recalled on |
8/24/2016 |
| Influenced by |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
10/18/2016 |
| # Affected |
9,067 |
| Recalled for |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
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| Description |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Audi A8 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2010, to May 14, 2012. The affected vehicles have a coolant valve that may leak, allowing coolant to enter the engine control module causing a loss of power or the engine to stall. |
| Consequences |
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant valve and inspect for coolant that has leaked through the electrical connector, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 19, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. |
| Notes |
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
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| Technical Service Bulletins |
Jan 05, 2022 - 010000 STEERING
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Jan 05, 2022 - 010000 STEERING
This information bulletin provides an explanation for squeaking noises heard when the steering wheel is turned or maneuvered.
Jan 05, 2022 - 020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
Jan 05, 2022 - 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
Jan 05, 2022 - 200000 WHEELS
This technical service bulletin provides instructions for correcting a clicking sound from the wheel bearing(s).
View all Technical Service Bulletins
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