2013–2017 Audi A8, Audi RS 7, Audi S6 +more: Engine And Engine Cooling recall
NHTSA campaign 22V178000 · 26K units potentially affected · filed Mar 23, 2022
What's wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
Why it matters
Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V178000
- Manufacturer no.
- 21H7
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
- Units affected
- 26,093
- Report received
- Mar 23, 2022
- Owner letters
- Aug 4, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
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