Recall 22V-516: 2020–2021 Audi Q7, 2019–2021 Audi Q8

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jul 20, 2022, covering about 49,443 vehicles.

NHTSA number
22V-516
Report date
Jul 20, 2022
Vehicles affected
49,443
Owners notified
Dec 22, 2022

The problem

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.

The risk

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number22V516000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Audi Q72020, 2021All years
Audi Q82019, 2020, 2021All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 22V-516?

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.

How is recall 22V-516 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.