2012 Audi Q7 Fuel system Problems

“I smell gas fumes after driving my car and then parking it in the garage. The part was supposedly fix before through the recall but if I was fixed correctly or in fact fixed at all, then why is it happening now. I took the car in because I received the recall notice, not because I was experiencing any issues, but now that I am they won't fix it. It obviously wasn't fixed properly”

“Recall 20w9 was completed about may 2018. No leaking or cracks were found. Butyl tape was placed over flange to prevent future leaks. August 2020, fuel flange is now leaking. Strong gasoline smell from outside of vehicle. Dealership service department confirms it is leaking. Refuse to cover cost of replacement. The original recalled part is still in vehicle. Why will it not be covered now because the part lasted a few years longer that others. It still has failed and their band aid has failed.”

“2012 Audi Q7 3.0t s line prestige, 91k miles! Started as small gasoline smell becoming stronger throughout the next couple days. Smelled really strong around rear left door area and inside cabin. Investigated fuel leak and notice underneath the SUV, fuel dripping down the side of one of the two fuel tanks. Disconnect battery, remove rear seat to access fuel pump panel on the floor, discovered lots of fuel leak near pump and electrical connectors. Noticed that the fuel filter housing already had Audi's quick fix (protective film) covering the area but it was still leaking. …”

“Pulling out making a left turn from a stop, vehicle suddenly hesitated, power to engine was intermittent and jerky, and acceleration was poor to none. Many warning lights came on (stability, tire pressure, anti-lock, etc.). Steering wheel was also shaking slightly (power steering motor?). Condition continued for about a mile while vehicle proceeded to home. Turning vehicle off and on resolved the problem. On initial call to dealership I was told they do that sometimes; you need to turn off/on to reboot system . …”

“There have been continuous indicators by way of the check engine light repeatedly appearing on my vehicle's dash for a number of years. A different determination was always discovered each time I took my vehicle to the only Audi Certified Dealership in my area. Most recently, I have been told that my vehicle now requires a Fuel System Replacement, High Pressure Fuel Pump, All Components in Fuel Tank, Fuel Rails, Injectors, All Rubber Fuel Lines for a cost of $16,830.50. …”