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NHTSA Recall 13V448000: Sun/moon roof assembly (visibility)

Volkswagen of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,120 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Audi A8.

1,120
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2013
owners notified (October 21)
NHTSA campaign13V448000
Manufacturer campaign60B6/1L
ComponentVISIBILITY › SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Report receivedSeptember 23, 2013
Owner notificationOctober 21, 2013
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured March 12, 2013, through July 15, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with a standard sunroof glass panel that may shatter.

Safety risk

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.

Remedy

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

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 13V448000

Make and modelModel years
Audi A82013, 2014
Audi S82013, 2014

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.