Safety Recall Code: 38C7 – Transmission Oil Pipe May Leak – 2020 Audi Q8

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi Q8 vehicles. An insufficient weld on

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May 13, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V272000

Transmission Oil Pipe May Leak

If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may become slippery, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V272

Manufacturer Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Components  POWER TRAIN

Potential Number of Units Affected  531

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi Q8 vehicles. An insufficient weld on a transmission oil pipe may cause the vehicle to leak automatic transmission fluid (ATF).

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission oil pipe and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 38C7.

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.

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