AUDI TT (2016) recall — Fuel System, Gasoline
Volkswagen recalls 2016 Audi TT models due to potential fuel tank damage in crashes, risking fire. Owners must contact customer service for free protective cap installation.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A damaged fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Volkswagen is recalling certain 2016 Audi TT models because the fuel tank heat shield bracket could damage the fuel tank during a crash, potentially causing fuel leaks and fire. This affects vehicles that may be at risk if involved in a collision. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226560-audi-tt-2016-fuel-tank-recall-fire-risk-from-leaking.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226560-audi-tt-2016-fuel-tank-recall-fire-risk-from-leaking · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #20V076000
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“Audi TT (2016) Fuel Tank Recall: Fire Risk from Leaking Fuel.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226560-audi-tt-2016-fuel-tank-recall-fire-risk-from-leaking. Based on NHTSA recall #20V076000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V076000).
Why it’s dangerous
In a crash, the fuel tank heat shield bracket could damage the fuel tank, allowing fuel to leak. Leaking fuel increases fire risk, especially if the leak reaches a heat source.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2016 Audi TT Roadster Quattro and TT Coupe Quattro vehicles are affected. Those who have experienced crashes are at higher risk of fuel tank damage.
How to tell if you have this one
This recall applies to 2016-2019 Audi TT Roadster Quattro and TT Coupe Quattro models. The issue was first identified in March 2020 and affects vehicles that may be damaged during a crash.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Volkswagen
Owners should call Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 to schedule a free installation of a protective cap on the fuel tank heat shield bracket.
What NHTSA says to do
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cap on the fuel tank heat shield bracket, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BX.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The fuel tank heat shield bracket could damage the fuel tank during a crash, potentially causing fuel leaks and fire risk.
How can I tell if my vehicle is affected?
This recall applies to 2016-2019 Audi TT Roadster Quattro and TT Coupe Quattro models.
What should I do if I own an affected vehicle?
Contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 to schedule a free installation of a protective cap on the fuel tank heat shield bracket.
Contact Volkswagen
We’ve drafted a message you can send Volkswagen to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 20V076000 — Volkswagen Volkswagen Hello, I own a Volkswagen that is covered by recall 20V076000 from Volkswagen. The official recall notice states: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cap on the fuel tank heat shield bracket, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BX. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #20V076000 (December 2, 2020)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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