NHTSA recall 21V-339: Engine

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Reported May 12, 2021 · 3 affected model years

Engine recall

21V-339
May 12, 2021 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi SQ7, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 AVANT, and SQ8 vehicles. Cracks may develop on the surface of the engine cylinder bore.
Safety risk
Cracks may cause engine damage and a stall or an oil leak, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 10G9.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number21V339000
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Report dateMay 12, 2021
ComponentEngine
Fixed over the airNo

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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Affected vehicles

2021 Audi SQ76 recalls total2021 Audi SQ86 recalls total2021 Audi RS Q87 recalls total

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