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Campaign 19V035 Posted January 16, 2019 74,881 units

2015-2018 Audi A6/A7/A8/Q7 Recall 19V035: Fuel Rails

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 25, 2026

Recall 19V035 covers 74,881 2015-2018 Audi A8, A7, A6, and Q7 vehicles for leaking fuel rails. Repair is free at any franchised Audi dealer.

Audi is recalling 74,881 2015-2018 A8, A7, A6, and Q7 vehicles because the left and right fuel rails can leak fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire, and Audi dealers will perform the recall repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The fuel rails on the 2015-2018 Audi A8, A7, A6, and Q7 are rigid lines in the fuel injection system. They hold fuel under pressure and feed it evenly to the engine's injectors, so the engine gets the fuel it needs while the system stays sealed.

On affected vehicles, the problem is at the welded end cap area of the fuel rails. Audi found that variations in the supplier's plastic welding process left some rails less able to hold up during real driving. Over time, fuel can leak from the end cap area, even though the amount of leaking fuel is described as low.

The warning sign is a fuel odor inside the vehicle. If you smell fuel in the cabin, treat that as a sign that the rail leak condition is present and have the vehicle checked by an Audi dealer.

Who's affected?

Spans A6, A7, A8, and Q7 vehicles across the 2015-2018 model years, all tied to the fuel rail in the fuel system.

2018 Audi A8 fuel system
2018 Audi A7 fuel system
2018 Audi A6 fuel system
2017 Audi Q7 fuel system
2016 Audi Q7 fuel system
Units affected74,881
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged no field incidents to date.

A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.

What's the safety risk?

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. A fuel odor inside the vehicle is the warning sign Audi identifies for this defect. If you smell fuel, park safely, shut the vehicle off, and call an Audi dealer before driving again. Repair is free at any franchised Audi dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2018 Audi A8, A7, A6, or Q7 is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the free left and right fuel-rail replacement that fixes the fuel leak risk.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Audi mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V035 when you call.
  4. Avoid driving if you smell fuel or see a fuel leak, and contact the dealer before moving the vehicle.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, an Audi technician replaces the left and right fuel rails covered by this recall. The fuel rails carry fuel to the engine injectors, so the repair focuses on removing the leak risk at both rails. Parts and labor are free of charge. Audi offers a reimbursement program under this recall. If you already paid out of pocket for a fuel rail leak repair tied to this recall, ask Audi customer service or the service desk how to submit your repair paperwork under that program.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

January 16, 2019 NHTSA published the recall
February 28, 2019 Owner notification mailed
March 15, 2019 Dealer notification began
March 15, 2019 Dealer notification ended
March 15, 2019 VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
March 15, 2019 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 19V035?

Recall 19V035 covers 74,881 2015-2018 Audi A8, A7, A6, and Q7 vehicles with left and right fuel rails that can leak fuel. A fuel leak near an ignition source can raise fire risk. Audi dealers replace both fuel rails for free.

What should I do if my 2015-2018 Audi A8, A7, A6, or Q7 is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V035. If it is, contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the left and right fuel rail replacement. Reference recall number 19V035 or Audi recall 24DP when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Audi dealers replace the left and right fuel rails free of charge at a franchised Audi dealer.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is fire. The left and right fuel rails can leak fuel, and fuel near an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. The fix is replacement of both fuel rails at a franchised Audi dealer.

What if I bought my Audi used?

The free repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to see whether your 2015-2018 Audi A8, A7, A6, or Q7 is included, then call an Audi dealer with recall number 19V035 or 24DP.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V035000
Audi customer service1-800-253-2834
NHTSA recall #19V035
NHTSA recall # (full)19V035000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →