Recall Alert: 68,240 2001-05 Audi A6s

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a recall of 68,240 Audi's A6 sedans due to a defect in the gas tank. In some cases, aging plastic material can lead to a cracking of the rollover valve nipple, which could then begin to leak fuel. If the fuel were somehow ignited, it could cause a vehicle fire.

Dealers will replace or reinforce the valve nipple to prevent the leak. The recall begins May 30, and A6 owners are encouraged to immediately contact Audi at (800) 822-2834. Read the specific models affected after the jump.

• 2001-04 Quattro with 2.7-liter engine
• 2001-04 Quattro with 2.8-liter engine
• 2001-04 Quattro with 3.0-liter engine
• 2001-05 Allroad Quattro with 2.7-liter engine
• 2001-05 Allroad Quattro with 4.2-liter engine