A recall notice for Audi Q7 (4M) MY2020-2021 and Q8 (F1) MY2019-2021 supplied by Audi Australia Pty Ltd as a gearbox oil pipe may have been incorrectly welded, which can result in a transmission oil leakage.
Audi Australia Pty Ltd - Audi Q7 (4M) MY2020-2021 and Q8 (F1) MY2019-2021
PRA No.
2020/18366
Date published
17 Jun 2020
Campaign number
38C7
Product description
Audi Q7 (4M)
Model Years 2020-2021
Audi Q8 (F1)
Model Years 2019-2021
With gearbox type AL552-8Q
Manufactured between September 2019 and December 2019
7 affected vehicles
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
See attached VIN list
What are the defects?
A gearbox oil pipe may have been incorrectly welded, which can result in a transmission oil leakage.
What are the hazards?
If the transmission oil leaks, there is an increased risk of an accident and injury to vehicle occupants and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Audi Australia Pty Ltd is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles. Consumers should contact their nearest Audi Dealer to arrange for inspection of the plastic oil line leading from the gearbox to the oil cooler and, if necessary, replaced.
For further information, contact the Audi Australia 24-hour toll-free number 1800 50 AUDI (2834).
Supplier
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications is the responsible regulator for this recall.
