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NHTSA 20V397000 United States

Audi A8 recall: Structure:body:hood

Official safety recall 20V397000 published by NHTSA.

High risk

Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.

Campaign20V397000
ComponentStructure:body:hood
Report date2020-07-07
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
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Affected vehicles

VehicleModel yearMarket
Audi S82013United States
Audi S82014United States
Audi S82015United States
Audi S82016United States
Audi S82017United States
Audi S82018United States
Audi A82013United States
Audi A82014United States
Audi A82015United States
Audi A82016United States
Audi A82017United States
Audi A82018United States

The problem

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.

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

The official 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.