Recall
Audi Q5 — 18V818000
NHTSA ID
18V818000
Make
Audi
Model
Q5
Years Affected
2012
Recall Date
2018-11-19
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Units Affected
5,987
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
20BJ
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.