2012 AUDI R8 RECALL - #11V390000
RECALL FOR FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER : DELIVERY : HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 AUDI R8 SPYDER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 18, 2010, THROUGH JUNE 22, 2011. THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE MAY CONTACT AND RUB AGAINST THE HEAT SHIELD IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMALL FUEL LEAK.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2012 AUDI R8 |
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| Manufacturer |
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
| Manufactured between |
5/18/2010 - 6/22/2011 |
| Recalled on |
8/2/2011 |
| Influenced by |
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
| Owners Notified on |
8/22/2011 |
| # Affected |
920 |
| Recalled for |
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
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| Description |
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 AUDI R8 SPYDER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 18, 2010, THROUGH JUNE 22, 2011. THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE MAY CONTACT AND RUB AGAINST THE HEAT SHIELD IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMALL FUEL LEAK. |
| Consequences |
A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE. |
| Corrective action |
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL LINE FOR DAMAGE AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 22, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834. |
| Notes |
VOLKSWAGEN SAFETY RECALL NO. 20Q8/K1.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV . |
| See also |
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| Technical Service Bulletins |
Jan 05, 2022 - 010000 STEERING
This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
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.
Dec 13, 2021 - 010000 STEERING
Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel.
View all Technical Service Bulletins
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