Audi recalls certain C5-generation A6, S6 and RS6 models due to fuel leak

According to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Audi will recall 5,992 C5-generation A6, S6 and RS6 models due to a fuel leak; which in the worst case, could result in a fire risk. The recall affects the model year 2001-'04 Audi A6 (4.2-liter V8 models only), 2002-'03 Audi S6 and 2003 Audi RS6. More details after the jump.

Via NHTSA:

Summary:
Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 Audi A6, model year 2002-2003 S6 and model year 2003 RS6 vehicles equipped with 4.2L engines and manufactured from June 19, 2001 through June 8, 2004. The aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve nipple may lead to cracking of the nipple. If this happens, a fuel leak may result.

Consequence:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.

Remedy:
Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. The recall is expected to begin during June 2011. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.

Source: NHTSA

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Over 10k 2006-2010 Audi TT and A3 Models Recalled

According to the NHTSA, over 10,000 Audi TT and A3 models, ranging from model years 2006 to 2010 are being recalled due to a potential fuel leak. Look below for the full release to see what models are specifically effected.

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s):

AUDI / A3 2006-2010

AUDI / TT 2008-2010

AUDI / TT ROADSTER 2008-2010

Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC Mfr's Report Date: SEP 30, 2009

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V377000

NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Potential Number of Units Affected: 10200

Summary:

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 AUDI A3, TT, AND TT ROADSTER PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 29, 2005 AND AUGUST 26, 2009. THE CLOSING FORCE OF AN INTERNAL SPRING OF THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE IS NOT ADEQUATE ENOUGH TO HOLD THE VALVE CLOSED UNDER EXTREME DRIVING CONDITIONS POSSIBLY ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK.

Consequence:

IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy:

VOLKSWAGEN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND AUDI DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE WITH AN IMPROVED VALVE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-253-2834.

Notes:

VOLKSWAGEN'S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 20Q3/J3. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

Source: NHTSA

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