VW recalls Audis over sunroof glass and fuel line issues

Oct. 28, 2013
Volkswagen recalls 2013 to 2014 Audi A8 and S8 and Audi S6 and S7 vehicles.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 to 2014 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured March 12, 2013, through July 15, 2013, because the standard sunroof glass panel may shatter, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The manufacturer is also recalling certain model year 2013 to 2014 Audi S6 and S7 vehicles equipped with 4.0L engines. Due to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel, according to NHTSA.?

For the Audi A8 and S8 vehicles, should the sunroof's glass break while the vehicle is in use, the falling glass could injure the driver or passengers. It could also distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass panel, free of charge. The recall began on Oct. 21, 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkwagen's number for this campaign is 60B6/1L.

The company is recalling model year 2013-2014 Audi S6 and S7 vehicles equipped with 4.0L engines because due to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The safety recall is planned to begin in late October 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this campaign is 20U6/L8.

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.safercar.gov. 

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