NHTSA Recall 16V619000: Engine (engine and engine cooling)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,067 vehicles. It affects 2010–2013 Audi A8.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V619000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 80B9 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE |
| Report received | August 24, 2016 |
| Owner notification | October 18, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Audi A8 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2010, to May 14, 2012. The affected vehicles have a coolant valve that may leak, allowing coolant to enter the engine control module causing a loss of power or the engine to stall.
Safety risk
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant valve and inspect for coolant that has leaked through the electrical connector, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 19, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
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 16V619000
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.