2012 Audi A8 Safety Ratings
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| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: | 16V619000 |
|---|---|
| Mfg's Report Date: | AUG 24, 2016 |
| Component: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Potential Number Of Units Affected: | 9,067 |
Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Audi A8 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2010, to May 14, 2012. The affected vehicles have a coolant valve that may leak, allowing coolant to enter the engine control module causing a loss of power or the engine to stall.
Consequence:
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant valve and inspect for coolant that has leaked through the electrical connector, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 19, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Notes:
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.
Disclaimer
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