Audi Q5 recall: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
Official safety recall 17V298000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Audi Q7 | 2013 | United States |
| Audi Q7 | 2014 | United States |
| Audi Q7 | 2015 | United States |
| Audi Q5 | 2013 | United States |
| Audi Q5 | 2014 | United States |
| Audi Q5 | 2015 | United States |
| Audi Q5 | 2016 | United States |
| Audi Q5 | 2017 | United States |
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The official remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Z8. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-660.