2016 AUDI S8 RECALL - #20V397000
RECALL FOR STRUCTURE : BODY : HOOD
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components.
Information provided by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2016 AUDI S8 |
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| Manufacturer |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
7/7/2020 |
| Influenced by |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
9/4/2020 |
| # Affected |
12,964 |
| Recalled for |
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD |
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| Description |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components. |
| Consequences |
If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire. |
| Corrective action |
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening. The recall began September 4, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51G6. |
| 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 |
2016 AUDI S8 Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
2016 AUDI S8 Recall for ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE, GASOLINE, TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
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