NHTSA Recall # | 120124 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 16V415000 |
MFG Compaign # | 60C3 |
Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Supplier | AUDI |
Brand | AUDI |
Model | S8 |
Model Year | 2007 |
Component | VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY |
Date of notification | 08/08/16 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 27/04/07 |
End date of manufacturing | 18/06/08 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 09/06/16 |
Report created | 09/06/16 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 536 |
Defect summary | Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 audi a8 and s8 vehicles. The sunroof glass on the affected vehicles may not be properly secured to the sunroof frame. As a result, the sunroof glass may detach from the car while driving. |
Consequence summary | If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install additional adhesive between the sunroof glass and frame, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in august 4, 2016. Owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 60c3. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |