What do you need to know about the Audi fuel leaks?

Here’s what you need to know about the Audi fuel leak recalls. 1. Recall #1 The first recall issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration affects 143,214 Audi units.

Why are there two recalls on Audi cars?

For Recall #1, it’s been suggested by the NHTSA that corroded flanges caused by liquid outside of the fuel pump are to blame for the leak and possible fuel smell. For Recall #2, the clear culprit is a fuel pump hose in the engine that’s degrading over time. >>Join the conversation about Audi fuel leak recalls right here in AudiWorld Forum! 4. Fixes

Are there any recalls on the Audi fuel pump?

Of this recall, the NHTSA officially stated, “The filter housing of the fuel pump (part of the fuel cap flange) may develop fine cracks/fissures resulting in a fuel leak or fuel smell.” The affected models are listed below. >>Join the conversation about Audi fuel leak recalls right here in AudiWorld Forum! 2. Recall #2

Here’s what you need to know about the Audi fuel leak recalls. 1. Recall #1 The first recall issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration affects 143,214 Audi units.

Why does my Audi A6 have a burning smell?

When the Audi A6 camshaft adjuster seals and valve cover gaskets leak they typically cause a burning oil smell. The passenger side cam chain tensioner seal is located on the backside of the cylinder head and will drip oil onto the down pipe causing this smell.

Where does the oil go in an Audi A6?

There will also be significant leaking into the spark plug chambers of the cylinder head (Image 3). When the Audi A6 camshaft seals are leaking you’ll find oil down the front side of the engine.

Why does my Audi A4 have a leaking roof?

The roof is operated by six hydraulic cylinders and a hydraulic pump in the boot of the car. Your three main concerns are weather intrusion (fancy name for a leaking roof), hydraulic fluid leaks and just general wear. Check for any dampness in the footwells and carpets.

Why does my Audi A4 have dead ignition coils?

Dead ignitions coils are a typical problem with the 1.8T engine. The ignition coil is a device that generates high voltage for the spark plug to initiate the combustion in the engine. In the 1.8T, there is one ignition coil per cylinder (coil-on-plug) and it sits on top of the spark plug.