NHTSA recall 20V-397 (20V397000)
structure recall reported July 7, 2020 - about 12,964 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V397000
- Also written as
- 20V-397
- Manufacturer number
- 51G6
- Reported
- July 7, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~12,964
- Component
- structure
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-397 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.