NHTSA Campaign 20V272000

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES

Issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Reported May 13, 2020 · 531 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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).

Consequence

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

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
AUDI Q8 2020 531

Source: NHTSA Campaign 20V272000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.