2017 AUDI R8 RECALL - #18V639000
RECALL FOR POWER TRAIN : AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi R8 Spyder and R8 Coupe vehicles. Transmission fluid may leak from the gearbox ventilation hose after certain high speed and maneuvering situations.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2017 AUDI R8 |
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| Manufacturer |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
12/7/2015 - 11/17/2017 |
| Recalled on |
9/24/2018 |
| Influenced by |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
10/18/2018 |
| # Affected |
1,916 |
| Recalled for |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
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| Description |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi R8 Spyder and R8 Coupe vehicles. Transmission fluid may leak from the gearbox ventilation hose after certain high speed and maneuvering situations. |
| Consequences |
If leaked transmission fluid contacts hot engine parts, it can increase the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective action |
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single gearbox ventilation hose with a double ventilation hose, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 34J1. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2017 AUDI R8 Recall for AIR BAGS, FRONTAL, DRIVER SIDE, INFLATOR MODULE
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