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NHTSA Recall 22V225000: Lubricant (power train)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8 vehicles. It affects 2021–2022 Audi R8.

8
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2022
owners notified (April 22)
NHTSA campaign22V225000
Manufacturer campaign37O1
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › MANUAL TRANSMISSION › LUBRICANT
Report receivedApril 6, 2022
Owner notificationApril 22, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 R8 Spyder and 2021-2022 R8 Coupe vehicles. The gearbox may have an insufficient amount of transmission oil, which can lead to clutch slippage, and in certain driving situations, a transmission oil leak.

Safety risk

Clutch slippage can cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash. A transmission oil leak in the presence of hot exhaust components can increase the risk of fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and correct the transmission oil level, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 37O1.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 22V225000

Make and modelModel years
Audi R82021, 2022

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.