Audi · A8

The compression joint between the hydraulic hose and the hydraulic fitting of the power steering can be put under excessive pressure. As a result, oil can leak out in the engine compartment increasing the risk of fire.

Published: 28 February 2020
Notifying authority: Germany
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/00323/20
Model: Type-approval number: e1 * 2007/46 * 0284 *, Type: 4H

Classification

Category: Motor vehicles
Risk type: Fire
Country of origin: Germany

Product description

Passenger car with right-hand drive under Audi recall code: 48O8.