NHTSA recall 18V-818 (18V818000)
fuel system, gasoline recall reported November 19, 2018 - about 5,987 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V818000
- Also written as
- 18V-818
- Manufacturer number
- 20BJ
- Reported
- November 19, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~5,987
- Component
- fuel system, gasoline
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
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.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-818 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.