Recall 20V397000

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

Report Date
20200707
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Affected Vehicles
12 models

Defect 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.

Safety Consequence

If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2013 AUDI A8
2013 AUDI S8
2014 AUDI A8
2014 AUDI S8
2015 AUDI A8
2015 AUDI S8
2016 AUDI A8
2016 AUDI S8
2017 AUDI A8
2017 AUDI S8
2018 AUDI A8
2018 AUDI S8

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.