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Recall 2016429 — AUDI A6 – Major League Recalls

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Recall 2016429 — AUDI A6

Transport CanadaCritical

September 2, 2016

2012 AUDI A6Transport Canada Recall #2016429

FUEL SYSTEM

Defect

On certain vehicles, the under hood fuel hose may degrade, which could result in a fuel leak. Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, could lead to a fire causing injury and/or damage to property.

Safety Risk

No risk description available.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the under hood fuel hose and the in-tank fuel pump.

2,301 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 24BZ

Affected Vehicles

2012 AUDI A6

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