The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Audi A8 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2010, to May 14, 2012. The affected vehicles have a coolant valve that may leak, allowing coolant to enter the engine control module causing a loss of power or the engine to stall.
The risk
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant valve and inspect for coolant that has leaked through the electrical connector, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 19, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 16V-619 (16V619000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 80B9 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling › Engine |
| Report date | August 24, 2016 |
| Owners notified | October 18, 2016 |
| Vehicles affected | 9,067 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the engine & cooling
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 16V-619 repair free?
Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant valve and inspect for coolant that has leaked through the electrical connector, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 19, 2016.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 9,067 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.