Recall
Audi Q7 — 16V660000
NHTSA ID
16V660000
Make
Audi
Model
Q7
Years Affected
2011
Recall Date
2016-09-13
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Units Affected
143,214
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
20W9
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20W9.