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NHTSA Recall 13V450000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

Volkswagen of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,594 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Audi S6.

3,594
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2013
owners notified (October 21)
NHTSA campaign13V450000
Manufacturer campaign20U6/L8
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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 S6 and S7 vehicles equipped with 4.0L engines. Due to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel.

Safety risk

A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The safety recall is planned to begin in late October 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this campaign is 20U6/L8.

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 13V450000

Make and modelModel years
Audi S62013, 2014
Audi S72013, 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.