AUDI 2013-2017: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump …

Recall #: 17V298000

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AUDI 2013-2017: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP was recalled by Audi in May 3, 2017. Reason: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-201…. Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are pres…. Verify recall #17V298000 with the NHTSA before acting.

The recall

Audi issued this NHTSA recall-Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-201….

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agency class: May 3, 2017
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Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #17V298000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

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Product description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.

Reason for recall

Hazard

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy, what to do

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Z8. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-660.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the NHTSA recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	17V298000
Date reported	May 3, 2017
Date initiated	May 3, 2017
Recalling firm	Audi
Affected scope	Not disclosed
Distribution	United States
Official source	NHTSA notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

What to do with this recall

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks wi…

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the NHTSA on May 3, 2017. NHTSA does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 17V298000.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: United States.

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Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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