Gas leak recall on the beast!!!

[RM_RS6]

Is anyone else dealing with a gas leak in their beast. According to NHTSA Audi put a recall for the fuel tank rollover valve on 2003 RS6.
The valve tends to crack and leaks fuel which is obviously a danger. Just started seeing gas leakage in front of my driver side rear tire and the smell of gas was powerful. I have attached two articles here:

http://www.dealerrater.com/recalls/Audi/RS6/

http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks/daily-news/110510-Audi-Recalls-A6-S6-and-RS6-for-Possible-Fuel-Leak/


Can anyone give me feedback if they had the recall done. I was on the phone with Audi today and they will verify if I can bring the car in
to take care of this problem. Hoping they don't give me a hard time. I also called NHTSA and put a claim in.

[hahnmgh63]

Many on the list here have had the recall done as it has been an active recall for a couple of years. For some a completely new fuel tank was installed and for others they just removed an access plug under the rear seat and reinforced the fuel tank connection with Epoxy. I've been thinking about calling my local dealers to see if I would be getting the Epoxy or a new tank, I have no leak that I know of as of yet.

[RM_RS6]

Many on the list here have had the recall done as it has been an active recall for a couple of years. For some a completely new fuel tank was installed and for others they just removed an access plug under the rear seat and reinforced the fuel tank connection with Epoxy. I've been thinking about calling my local dealers to see if I would be getting the Epoxy or a new tank, I have no leak that I know of as of yet.

Thanks for the info. I will be contacting them tomorrow to see what the status is. The dealer gave me a hard time saying that there are no open recalls on the car but I called AOA and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and they both stated that there are 2 open recalls on the beast. They are supposed to get back to me on thursday. Will keep everyone posted on the result and outcome. First, I hope they perform the recall and second, Hope they replace the entire tank and not just put the epoxy stuff on it!!

[RM_RS6]

Many on the list here have had the recall done as it has been an active recall for a couple of years. For some a completely new fuel tank was installed and for others they just removed an access plug under the rear seat and reinforced the fuel tank connection with Epoxy. I've been thinking about calling my local dealers to see if I would be getting the Epoxy or a new tank, I have no leak that I know of as of yet.

You would definitely smell the gas if it was leaking. I smell the gas as soon as I approach my car and once I sit inside it's kind of overwhelming!! And i'm the guy that likes the smell of gas at the gas station. LoL

[ben916]

Thanks for the info. I will be contacting them tomorrow to see what the status is. The dealer gave me a hard time saying that there are no open recalls on the car but I called AOA and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and they both stated that there are 2 open recalls on the beast. They are supposed to get back to me on thursday. Will keep everyone posted on the result and outcome. First, I hope they perform the recall and second, Hope they replace the entire tank and not just put the epoxy stuff on it!!

It is on the NHTSA website for our beasts.
If your local dealer keeps dragging their feet, -> AoA Flagship desk 1-866-892-2834 and have your VIN handy

[RM_RS6]

Just to give all that are interested in this thread an update, I went to Jack Daniels Audi service center today. When I gave them the Vin# they advised me that the recall was already performed on the vehicle but they will check the car at no cost. If the fuel tank rollover valve is broken causing the leak they will replace the tank at no cost to me because then it was a workmanship problem. Manager stated if it was fixed this shouldn't have happened again. Needless to say, I got a brand new loaner car until they resolve the problem. He did mention though, that if it was not the rollover valve it would not be covered but he will let me know prior to doing any work on the car. Lets hope that rollover valve is busted and nothing else went wrong with it!!!! Wish me luck everyone!!! LoL

[ttboost]

Good Luck.

[alrightroad]

Did someone say RS6 and Luck in the same post?

[RM_RS6]

Good Luck.
Thank you ttboost!!!

[RM_RS6]

Did someone say RS6 and Luck in the same sentence?
Lol... Yeah, Those two words don't get along to well!!! I'm finding that out little by little with this beast!!!!

[RM_RS6]

Finally got my car back!!!!! Everything was taken care of free of charge. I even got to drive a 2013 Audi A4, Although it was a newer car and saved me money on gas i couldn't get used to driving the 2.0T. Felt like a turtle. I'm back in my baby and happier than ever. I must admit, Audi of america took care of me pretty well.
Its been almost a month because they had to wait for a part from germany but I racked up miles on their loaner instead of my rs6.

[lswing]

Glad to hear it!

[RM_RS6]

Glad to hear it!
Thanks!!