Recall
Audi R8 Spyder — 18V639000
NHTSA ID
18V639000
Make
Audi
Model
R8 Spyder
Years Affected
2017
Recall Date
2018-09-17
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Units Affected
1,916
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
34J1
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi R8 Spyder and R8 Coupe vehicles. Transmission fluid may leak from the gearbox ventilation hose after certain high speed and maneuvering situations.
Consequence
If leaked transmission fluid contacts hot engine parts, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single gearbox ventilation hose with a double ventilation hose, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 34J1.