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Safety recall · 86V103000

Fuel system: fuel injection system Audi recall

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this recall to NHTSA on August 4, 1986. It covers about 80,710 vehicles across 2 model years listed below. The repair is free.

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Campaign
86V103000
Reported
Aug 4, 1986
Vehicles
80,710
Area
Fuel system

The problem

Misadjustment of fuel distributor allows fuel to escape and be absorbed by the air filter. Consequence of defect: with the fuel absorbed by the air filter and an engine backfire on restart, this fuel could ignite and result in an engine compartment fire.

The fix

Installation of an air filter modification kit to preclude fuel leaks.

Contacts

System: fuel/engine compartment. Vehicle description: passenger cars.

What to do

  1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Audi dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 86V103000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1985 Audi 5000178F
1986 Audi 5000159F

Questions

Is the 86V103000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 86V103000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 86V103000 announced?

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported it to NHTSA on August 4, 1986. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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