The seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components, increasing the risk of a fire.
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening.
The recall is expected to begin September 4, 2020.
Owners may contact Audi customer service at (800) 253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51G6.
A Washington, D.C., reporter for more than 30 years, Jim Limbach covers the federal agencies for ConsumerAffairs. Previously, he was a reporter and news anchor for Associated Press Broadcast Services, where he covered business and consumer news as well as space shots and other major spot news events.
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