Audi Recall 13V-450: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Affected: 2013–2014 Audi S6, 2013–2014 Audi S7. Filed with NHTSA on September 23, 2013, covering about 3,594 vehicles.

The problem

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi S6 and S7 vehicles equipped with 4.0L engines. Due to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel.

The risk

A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

The fix

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The safety recall is planned to begin in late October 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this campaign is 20U6/L8.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign13V-450 (13V450000)
Manufacturer number20U6/L8
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
ComponentFuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Report dateSeptember 23, 2013
Owners notifiedOctober 21, 2013
Vehicles affected3,594
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 13V-450 repair free?

Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The safety recall is planned to begin in late October 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this campaign is 20U6/L8.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,594 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.