NHTSA Recall 22V516000: Fuel pump (fuel system)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 49,443 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Audi Q7.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V516000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 20DR |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP |
| Report received | July 20, 2022 |
| Owner notification | December 22, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi Q8, and 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. A component inside the fuel pump may break, causing the fuel pump to fail.
Safety risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DR.
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 22V516000
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.