| Component | AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20141029 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V370000 |
| Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction. |
| Consequence | If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5. |
| 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. |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20181103 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V035000 |
| Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel. |
| Consequence | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP. |
| 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. |
Data updated January 2023
2018 Audi A6 Recall FAQs (show)
Q: Does the 2018 Audi A6 have any vehicle recalls?
A: Yes, the 2018 Audi A6 has atleast 2 recalls.Q: What are the 2018 Audi A6 recalls?
A: The 2018 Audi A6 recalls include: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL.
A: Yes, the 2018 Audi A6 has atleast 2 recalls.Q: What are the 2018 Audi A6 recalls?
A: The 2018 Audi A6 recalls include: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL.