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2013 AUDI S6 Recall - Campaign #22V178000

 
Auto Recalls For Consumers

2013 AUDI S6 RECALL - #22V178000

RECALL FOR ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING : ENGINE : GASOLINE : TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

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.

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Recall Details
Vehicle 2013 AUDI S6
Manufacturer Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Manufactured between 1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900
Recalled on 3/24/2022
Influenced by OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION
Owners Notified on 8/4/2022
# Affected 26,053
Recalled for ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
 
Description 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.
Consequences 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.
Corrective action 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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
See also 2013 AUDI S6 Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

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Jan 05, 2022 - 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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