NHTSA recall 17V-781 (17V781000)
fuel system, gasoline recall reported December 6, 2017 - about 48,693 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V781000
- Also written as
- 17V-781
- Manufacturer number
- 20AR
- Reported
- December 6, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~48,693
- Component
- fuel system, gasoline
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.
Why it is dangerous
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AR.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-781 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.