Audi A6 recalls

102 official safety recalls for the Audi A6 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Lane departure warning may deactivate
Reported March 4, 2026Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 26V1250001,620 vehicles affected
A software error may deactivate the lane departure warning system without the driver noticing, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
LANE DEPARTURE:SOFTWARE
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8, Audi A7, and Audi A6 vehicles previously repaired under recall number 25V900. Due to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.
Consequence
The driver may be unaware that the lane departure warning system is deactivated and rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 6, 2026.
Software error may prevent rearview camera display
Reported December 19, 2025Model years 2019–2026NHTSA campaign 25V900000356,894 vehicles affected
A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
Rear seat belt retractor may not lock for a child seat
Reported December 19, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V89900027,768 vehicles affected
The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed with the seat belt, leaving the seat improperly secured and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seat belt assemblies as needed free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Consequence
An improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69D8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
Seat belt buckle rivet may be missing
Reported November 14, 2025Model years 2025DVSA recall R/2025/5085 vehicles affected
A connection in a front seat belt buckle may not have been assembled correctly. The buckles on both front seats will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Belt buckle rivet missing
Defect
On affected vehicles an important connection in the seat belt buckle may not have been produced correctly during the assembly process.
Remedy
The belt buckles on both front seats (left and right) must be replaced.
Battery modules may pose a fire hazard when charging
Reported October 24, 2025Model years 2021–2024DVSA recall R/2025/4636,160 vehicles affected
Defective battery modules may create a fire hazard while the high-voltage battery is charging. The battery software will be updated to improve self-diagnosis. Until then, owners are advised not to charge from external sources or use “Battery charge” and “Battery hold” modes.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Software update for battery control unit
Defect
On affected vehicles there may be defective battery modules which may result in a fire hazard when charging the high-voltage battery.
Remedy
Update the software of the high-voltage battery to improve the self-diagnosis capabilities. Vehicle owners are advised to not charge the high-voltage battery using external charging sources and also not use the e-tron modes âBattery chargeâ and âBattery holdâ until the update is applied.
Front seat belt force limiter may be damaged
Reported September 30, 2025Model years 2025DVSA recall R/2025/42628 vehicles affected
A part of one or both front seat belt retractors' force limiters may be damaged. The affected seat belts will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Replacing front seat belt
Defect
On affected vehicles a sub-component of the belt force limiter in the front seat belt retractors may be damaged. Either one or both front seat belt retractors may be affected.
Remedy
Replace the affected seat belts.
High-pressure fuel pump may leak
Reported September 26, 2025Model years 2025DVSA recall R/2025/4271 vehicle affected
The high-pressure fuel pump may not be correctly secured, which could cause a fuel leak. Its bolted connections will be checked, and the pump and fuel lines replaced if they are incorrectly bolted.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Checking high-pressure pump
Defect
On affected vehicles the high-pressure fuel pumps may not be correctly secured which may lead to a fuel leak.
Remedy
Check the high-pressure pumps bolted connections. If incorrectly bolted the high-pressure pump (including the fuel lines) will be replaced.
Front seat belt retractor torsion bar may fail
Reported September 24, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V6380001,042 vehicles affected
A production-damaged torsion bar in one or both front seat belt retractors may fail, preventing the belt from properly restraining an occupant in a crash and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace one or both front seat belts free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 GTI, Golf R, Audi A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, S5, S6 Sportback E-Tron, 2026 Q4 Sportback E-Tron, and Q4 E-Tron vehicles. The torsion bar in one or both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
Consequence
In a crash, a damaged torsion bar in a retractor could fail. If this happens, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace one or both front seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2025, and October 31, 2025. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834 or Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 69UM; Volkswagenâs number for this recall is 694T. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 26, 2025.
Front airbag inflator may explode
Reported August 8, 2025Model years 2004–2010DVSA recall R/2025/387258 vehicles affected
The inflator may explode when the airbag deploys, ejecting metal fragments that could cause life-threatening or fatal injuries. The affected airbags will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Stop-drive TAKATA PSAN
Defect
Urgent Safety Warning â Do Not Drive Your Vehicle Affected vehicles were originally allocated to or used for an extended period of time in a region with a climate zone considered to as HIGH RISK. Certain front airbags contain an ageing inflator propellant that may explode when deployed due to long-term exposure to heat and humidity. If the airbag inflator explodes metal fragments may be ejected causing life-threatening or fatal injuries to anyone in the vehicle.
Remedy
Affected airbags will be be replaced. You can contact Audi's dedicated Takata Stop Drive helpline at 0113 526 9646 (MONDAY to FRIDAY 9:00AM to 5:00PM.
Instrument panel display may fail
Reported March 31, 2025Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 25V20100044,387 vehicles affected
A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail, hiding safety information such as speed or warning lights and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the instrument panel software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 SQ8, A6 SEDAN, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S6 SEDAN, S7, S8, A6 Allroad, and SQ7 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
Consequence
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument panel module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90VC.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Front passenger airbag may have reduced restraint
Reported March 7, 2025Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2025/09220 vehicles affected
The front passenger airbag may be damaged, which could hinder its restraining effect if deployed in a crash. The airbag unit will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Replacing front passenger airbag
Defect
On some Audi A6 and A7 vehicles manufactured within a specific period the front passenger airbag installed may show signs of damage in transit. As a result in the event of an accident in which the front passenger airbag is triggered its restraining effect will be hindered.
Remedy
The front passenger airbag unit must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
High-voltage battery modules may create a fire hazard
Reported December 9, 2024Model years 2021–2022DVSA recall R/2024/4952,181 vehicles affected
Battery modules may become defective, creating a fire hazard when charging the high-voltage battery. Until further notice, do not charge it from an external source or use Battery charge or Battery hold modes. Defective modules will be replaced; a software fix to improve monitoring is being developed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Servicing high-voltage battery
Defect
On affected vehicles battery modules may become defective over the course of the vehicleâs service life. This may result in a fire hazard when charging the high-voltage battery with the associated risk of severe or fatal injuries to people inside and/or outside the vehicle as well as significant material damage. To minimise this risk do not charge the high-voltage battery using an external charging source. In addition do not use the e-tron modes âBattery chargeâ and âBattery holdâ (refer to Ownerâs Manual) until further notice.
Remedy
Replace the defective modules. Further software fix being developed to improve monitoring.
Passenger airbag may rupture when deployed
Reported April 4, 2024Model years 2004–2011DVSA recall R/2024/158165,172 vehicles affected
In extremely rare cases, the passenger airbag may be overloaded and burst when deployed, releasing metal parts that could cause life-threatening injury. The airbag will be checked and replaced if required.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Replacing Takata passenger airbag
Defect
On affected vehicles the passenger airbag may in extremely rare cases be overloaded and even burst when the passenger airbag is triggered. If this were to happen small metal parts could become dislodged from the housing and potentially cause life-threatening injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy
For safety reasons it is necessary to check the passenger airbag and if required to replace the airbag module.
Incorrect side airbag bracket fitted in front seat
Reported October 27, 2023Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2023/31710 vehicles affected
An incorrect bracket may have been fitted for the left front seat side airbag. The side airbag and bracket will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
On certain vehicles an incorrect bracket for the side airbag was fitted in the left front seat.
Defect
On certain vehicles an incorrect bracket for the side airbag was fitted in the left front seat.
Remedy
Replace the side airbag and bracket.
Brake fluid cap may be incorrectly labelled
Reported August 25, 2023Model years 2019–2021NHTSA campaign 23V6010007,499 vehicles affected
An incorrectly labelled brake fluid cap may lead to use of the wrong brake fluid, reducing braking ability and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the reservoir cap and replace it if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, RS7, RS6 Avant, A6 Allroad, 2019-2021 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.
Consequence
Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47T9.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Passenger airbag housing may burst
Reported February 1, 2023Model years 2004–2010DVSA recall R/2023/05339 vehicles affected
If the front airbag deploys, its gas generator housing may burst. The passenger-side airbag unit will be replaced as a precaution.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
If a front airbag is deployed it is possible that the gas generator housing in which the propellant is generated may burst on vehicles manufactured within a limited period.
Defect
If a front airbag is deployed it is possible that the gas generator housing in which the propellant is generated may burst on vehicles manufactured within a limited period.
Remedy
As a precautionary safety measure it is necessary to replace the airbag unit on the passenger side.
Fuel gauge may not show fuel level dropping
Reported January 20, 2023Model years 2018–2021DVSA recall R/2023/02710,974 vehicles affected
The fuel gauge may not correctly show the drop in fuel level during operation. The tank level sender will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
The fuel gauge may not show the drop in fuel level correctly during vehicle operation
Defect
The fuel gauge may not show the drop in fuel level correctly during vehicle operation.
Remedy
The tank level sender must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
Spilled liquid may shut down gateway control module
Reported November 21, 2022Model years 2019–2022NHTSA campaign 22V86100050,883 vehicles affected
Liquid spilled in the rear seat may reach the gateway control module and shut it down, suddenly reducing engine power and increasing crash risk. Dealers will install a protective cover free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.
Consequence
A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Infotainment unit may disable rearview camera display
Reported October 26, 2022Model years 2021–2022NHTSA campaign 22V8060006,076 vehicles affected
The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, leaving the rearview camera display inoperative the next time it is started and reducing rear visibility. Dealers will replace the unit free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rearview camera may display a blank screen
Reported October 5, 2022Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 22V742000170,296 vehicles affected
A software issue may cause a blank screen instead of the rearview camera image when reversing, reducing rear visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the infotainment software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Engine control unit components may not meet specifications
Reported June 10, 2022Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2022/169327 vehicles affected
Semiconductor components in the engine control unit may not meet specifications. The affected engine control unit will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE CONTROL UNITS MIGHT BE FITTED WITH SEMICONDUCTOR COMPONENTS THAT DO NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
On a small number of vehicles manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the engine control units were fitted with semiconductor components which do not meet the specifications.
Remedy
The engine control unit must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
Engine control unit may short-circuit and stall engine
Reported May 23, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V36800072 vehicles affected
A semiconductor in the engine control unit may short-circuit and cause the engine to stall, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the engine control unit, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 Audi A6 Sedan, A4 Sedan, Q5, and Q5 Sportback vehicles. The semiconductor inside the engine control unit may short-circuit and cause an engine stall.
Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24iH.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Turbocharger oil strainer mesh may be too small
Reported May 4, 2022Model years 2012–2017DVSA recall R/2022/13214,070 vehicles affected
The oil strainer supplying both turbochargers has mesh that is too small. It will be replaced with a revised strainer with larger mesh.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE MESH SIZE OF THE OIL STRAINER IN THE OIL SUPPLY FOR BOTH TURBOCHARGERS IS TOO SMALL
Defect
The mesh size of the oil strainer in the oil supply for both turbochargers is too small.
Remedy
The oil strainer will be replaced with a revised version with a larger mesh size.
Blocked turbocharger oil strainer may wear bearings
Reported March 23, 2022Model years 2013–2017NHTSA campaign 22V17800026,093 vehicles affected
A blocked turbocharger oil strainer can restrict lubrication and wear the bearings. The turbine wheel may contact the housing or the shaft may break, causing an engine stall and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the strainer and change the oil free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
Consequence
Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Fuel level sensor may stick and show an inaccurate reading
Reported March 14, 2022Model years 2019–2022NHTSA campaign 22V15500047,238 vehicles affected
A sticking fuel level sender may show an inaccurate fuel reading, which could lead to an engine stall due to lack of fuel and increase crash risk. Dealers will install a new tank sensor, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RS6 Avant and RS7, 2020-2022 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, and S7, and 2019-2022 A6 Sedan and A7 vehicles. The fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster.
Consequence
An inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new sensor in the tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DN.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear wheel alignment may be changed unnoticed
Reported February 14, 2022Model years 2019–2021DVSA recall R/2022/03642,616 vehicles affected
Toe or camber values on the rear axle may have been changed incorrectly after a previous campaign without being noticed. Wheel alignment will be checked and the suspension serviced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FOLLOWING A PREVIOUS CAMPAIGN THE TOE AND/OR CAMBER VALUES ON THE REAR AXLE MAY IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES INCORRECTLY BE CHANGED WITHOUT THIS BEING NOTICED
Defect
Following a previous campaign the toe and/or camber values on the rear axle may in certain circumstances incorrectly be changed without this being noticed.
Remedy
The wheel alignment must be checked and if necessary the suspension must be serviced on the affected vehicles.
Rear axle misalignment may cause tire wear
Reported January 26, 2022Model years 2020–2021NHTSA campaign 22V03400031,058 vehicles affected
The rear axle alignment may not have been checked after earlier repairs. Misalignment can cause premature or uneven tire wear and increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect and adjust the alignment and replace affected tires free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
TIRES
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
Consequence
Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear-view camera image may not display
Reported October 20, 2021Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 21V8250002,857 vehicles affected
A software error may prevent the rear-view image from displaying when reversing, reducing the driver's rear view and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Driver airbag function may be restricted
Reported September 22, 2021Model years 2000–2001DVSA recall R/2021/330EU Safety Gate A12/01579/2147,680 vehicles affected
The driver airbag's function may be restricted due to its age. The gas generator in the driver airbag will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FUNCTION OF THE DRIVER AIRBAG MIGHT BE RESTRICTED DUE TO ITS AGE
Defect
On vehicles with 3-spoke steering wheel manufactured within a specific period the function of the driver airbag may be restricted due to its age.
Remedy
The gas generator in the driver airbag must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
Driver airbag may deploy late or with insufficient force
Reported September 22, 2021Model years 1997–1999DVSA recall R/2021/234285,845 vehicles affected
Age-related deterioration may restrict the function of the driver airbag. The airbag will be checked and the gas generator replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE TAKATA AIRBAG MAY BE DELAYED OR INSUFFICIENTLY POWERFUL DUE TO A POTENTIAL REDUCTION IN THE PERFORMANCE OF THE GAS GENERATOR
Defect
On vehicles with TAKATA driver airbag and NADI gas generator manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the function of the driver airbag may be restricted due to its age.
Remedy
The driver airbag unit must be checked on the vehicles affected and the gas generator must be replaced if necessary
Rear seat belt retractors may deactivate early
Reported August 5, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V60600045,496 vehicles affected
The rear seat belt retractors may deactivate early, preventing a child restraint from securing properly and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect the middle rear seat belt assemblies and replace them if necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear axle suspension link nuts may not meet specifications
Reported June 25, 2021Model years 2019–2021DVSA recall R/2021/23680,712 vehicles affected
One or more nuts fitted to the rear axle suspension links may not meet specifications. The affected nuts will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
REAR AXLE SUSPENSION LINKS NUTS DO NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
One or more nuts which do not meet the specifications may have been fitted on the rear axle suspension links.
Remedy
The affected nuts on the rear axle will be replaced on affected vehicles.
Engine cylinder bore may crack
Reported May 12, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V33900015 vehicles affected
Cracks in the engine cylinder bore may damage the engine, cause a stall or oil leak, and increase crash or fire risk. Dealers will replace the engine free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi SQ7, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 AVANT, and SQ8 vehicles. Cracks may develop on the surface of the engine cylinder bore.
Consequence
Cracks may cause engine damage and a stall or an oil leak, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 10G9.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Rear axle trailing arm lock nut may break
Reported April 26, 2021Model years 2020–2021NHTSA campaign 21V29500040,993 vehicles affected
Stress corrosion may break a rear axle trailing arm lock nut, misaligning the axle and causing loss of control. Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if needed, the associated bolts, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Consequence
A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Unauthorised control software is fitted
Reported April 23, 2021EU Safety Gate A12/01220/21
The vehicles have control software regarded as unauthorised by the competent authorities. The remedy is a recall of the product from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Environment
Defect
The vehicles are equipped with control software regarded as unauthorised by the competent authorities. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by France
Front passenger airbag may not inflate fully
Reported March 26, 2021Model years 2018–2020DVSA recall R/2021/1172,596 vehicles affected
The front passenger airbag may not inflate fully in a crash. The dash panel will be checked and repaired or replaced if required.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG MIGHT NOT INFLATE FULLY IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT
Defect
In the event of an accident requiring the vehicleï¿½s front passenger airbag to be activated the airbag might not inflate fully.
Remedy
The dash panel must be checked on the affected vehicles and repaired or replaced if required
Passenger air bag may not deploy properly
Reported March 10, 2021Model years 2019–2021NHTSA campaign 21V1590003,421 vehicles affected
An incorrectly manufactured score line may prevent the passenger air bag from deploying properly or cause it to eject plastic debris, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect the score line and repair it as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS6 Avant, RS7, 2020-2021 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, S7, 2019-2021 A6 Sedan, and A7 vehicles. The score line on the passenger air bag may not have been manufactured correctly.
Consequence
An incorrectly manufactured air bag may not deploy properly, and could also eject plastic debris into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger air bag score line, and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall begin March 26, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70i2.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front crash sensors may be faulty
Reported December 8, 2020Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2020/37293 vehicles affected
Faulty front door crash sensors may affect the airbag and restraint systems. Dealers will check the side airbag sensors and replace them if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FAULTY CRASH SENSORS FOR AIRBAG/RESTRAINT SYSTEMS MAY HAVE BEEN FITTED IN BOTH OF THE FRONT DOORS
Defect
Faulty crash sensors for airbag / restraint systems may have been fitted in both of the front doors.
Remedy
The crash sensors for the side airbags (front) must be checked on the vehicles affected and replaced if necessary.
Front door crash sensor connector may detach
Reported December 2, 2020Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 20V749000166 vehicles affected
A connector may detach from a front door crash sensor, delaying activation of the side or curtain airbags or seat belt pretensioners in a side impact and increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect both front door sensors and replace them if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A6 Allroad, Q7, RS6 and RS7 vehicles. The electrical connector can detach from the door crash sensor in either of the front doors.
Consequence
A detached connector can delay the activation of the restraint systems, including the side air bag, curtain air bag and/or seat-belt pretensioners during a side impact crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the crash sensors in both front doors, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BM.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Moisture may enter the starter-alternator
Reported October 2, 2020Model years 2018–2020DVSA recall R/2020/26523,872 vehicles affected
Moisture may enter the belt-driven starter-alternator. The starter-alternator will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
MOISTURE MAY ENTER THE BELT DRIVEN STARTER-ALTERNATOR
Defect
It is possible that moisture may enter the belt-driven starter-alternator.
Remedy
The starter-alternator must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
Moisture may enter the belt-driven starter-alternator
Reported June 30, 2020Model years 2017–2020DVSA recall R/2020/138174,910 vehicles affected
Moisture may enter the belt-driven starter-alternator. It will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
MOISTURE MAY ENTER THE BELT-DRIVEN STARTER-ALTERNATOR
Defect
It is possible that moisture may enter the belt-driven starter-alternator.
Remedy
The starter-alternator must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
Passenger air bag may not deploy through panel seam
Reported May 13, 2020Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 20V274000153 vehicles affected
The passenger air bag may not deploy properly through the instrument panel seam. In a crash, it may fail to inflate and small plastic parts may enter the cabin, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the instrument panels, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi A6, A6 Allroad and A7 vehicles. The passenger air bag may not properly deploy through the instrument panel tear seam.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the passenger air bag may not properly deploy and inflate, and small plastic parts may enter the cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panels, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 70H6.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Moisture may short circuit starter generator
Reported March 19, 2020Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 20V1530005,471 vehicles affected
Moisture may enter the starter generator and cause an electrical short circuit, increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will replace the starter generator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Audi A6 vehicles equipped with mild-hybrid technology and 2.0TFSI engines. Moisture may enter the starter generator and cause an electrical short circuit.
Consequence
A short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the starter generator, free of charge. The recall began by May 22, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 27H2.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Driver air bag inflator may deploy improperly
Reported January 31, 2020Model years 1998–2000NHTSA campaign 20V056000106,857 vehicles affected
Moisture may cause the driver air bag to deploy improperly, leaving it unable to protect the occupant as intended and increasing the risk of serious injury or death. Dealers will replace the inflator with an alternative one free of charge when parts are available.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2000-2001 TT Roadster, 2000 TT Coupe, 1999 Audi A8, 1998-2000 Audi A6, and 1999-2000 Audi A4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag may not properly protect the occupant, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator when the parts become available, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed September 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BT.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger air bag may be disabled
Reported July 24, 2019Model years 2017–2018NHTSA campaign 19V547000145,337 vehicles affected
Oxidation on a passenger detection system cable may cause a malfunction to be diagnosed incorrectly and disable the passenger air bag, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will install cable ties on the harness free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2018 S5 Cabriolet, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, S4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, and 2017-2018 A4 Sedan and A4 Allroad vehicles. Oxidation on the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) connecting cable may cause the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
Consequence
A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install cable ties to the harness, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 74D9.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Towing bracket hinge lock may be faulty
Reported June 3, 2019Model years 2015–2018DVSA recall R/2019/175540 vehicles affected
The locking mechanism in the hinged towing bracket may be faulty. The hinge module will be checked and replaced if required.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE HINGED TOWING BRACKET COULD BE FAULTY
Defect
Hinged towing bracket on which the locking mechanism in the hinge module could be faulty.
Remedy
The hinge module for the towing bracket must be checked and replaced if required.
Fuel may escape from the fuel rails
Reported March 18, 2019Model years 2014–2016DVSA recall R/2019/09916,578 vehicles affected
Fuel may escape from one or both low-pressure fuel rails. The low-pressure fuel rails on both cylinder banks will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FUEL MAY ESCAPE FROM ONE OR BOTH FUEL RAILS
Defect
It is possible that fuel may escape from one or both fuel rails (low-pressure side).
Remedy
The fuel rails for the low-pressure side of both cylinder banks must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
Air conditioner auxiliary heater may fail
Reported February 22, 2019Model years 2014DVSA recall R/2019/0609,814 vehicles affected
The auxiliary heater element connection in the air conditioner may fail. The connector will be checked and the element replaced if required.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE AUXILIARY HEATER ELEMENT IN THE AIR CONDITIONER MAY FAIL
Defect
The auxiliary heater element connection in the air conditioner may fail.
Remedy
Check the auxiliary heater connector and replace the element if required.
Fuel rails may leak
Reported January 16, 2019Model years 2016–2018NHTSA campaign 19V03500074,881 vehicles affected
The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel, which can cause a fire if there is an ignition source. Dealers will replace both fuel rails free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
Remedy
Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Panoramic sunroof glass may be bonded incorrectly
Reported December 17, 2018Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2018/36359 vehicles affected
The panoramic sunroof glass may not be bonded correctly. The affected glass section will be replaced with new bonding.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
REAR FIXED GLASS LID BONDING MAY NOT MEET CORRECT SPECIFICATION
Defect
There is a possibility that the glass bonding on the panoramic sunroof is not bonded correctly.
Remedy
Replace the affected glass section with new bonding.
Auxiliary heater connector may overheat
Reported December 5, 2018Model years 2015–2016NHTSA campaign 18V862000845 vehicles affected
The auxiliary heater connector may be incorrectly inserted, increasing electrical resistance and causing it to overheat, which can increase the risk of fire. Dealers will inspect the connector and replace the heater and connector as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi A6 Sedans and 2015 Audi A7 vehicles. The auxiliary heater electrical connector on these vehicles may have been incorrectly inserted into the auxiliary heater, possibly resulting in increased electrical resistance.
Consequence
The extra resistance can cause the connector to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the auxiliary heater connector, replacing the auxiliary heater and connector, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 82C1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger air bag inflator may explode
Reported June 22, 2018Model years 2005–2011NHTSA campaign 18V427000237,947 vehicles affected
After long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes, the passenger air bag inflator may explode when deployed, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and risking serious injury or death. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag with an alternate remedy part, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2005-2008 Audi A4 Sedan, A4 Avant, S4 Avant and S4 Sedan, 2007-2008 RS4 Sedan, 2004 RS4 Cabriolet, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2005-2011 A6 Sedan, 2006-2011 A6 Avant, and 2007-2011 S6 Sedan vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag with an alternate remedy part, free of charge. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69R7. Note: This recall supersedes recalls 16V382, 17V032 and 18V004 and includes vehicles that may have had their air bag previously replaced under one of those campaigns.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger seat sensing mat may malfunction
Reported June 4, 2018Model years 2012–2018NHTSA campaign 18V370000139,249 vehicles affected
Stress or wear may cause the passenger seat sensing system to malfunction, so the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will install a repair kit free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.
Consequence
If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Coolant pump may overheat or short-circuit
Reported April 11, 2018Model years 2012–2015NHTSA campaign 18V229000342,867 vehicles affected
Debris may block the electric coolant pump and cause it to overheat, or moisture may cause it to short-circuit. Either condition can increase the risk of fire. Dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.
Consequence
A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger air bag inflator may explode
Reported January 4, 2018Model years 2009–2011NHTSA campaign 18V00400010,166 vehicles affected
The passenger air bag inflator may explode when the air bag deploys, sending sharp metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially causing serious injury or death. Dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Audi A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles, ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone B" above, Volkswagen is recalling certain 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet vehicles, and 2009-2011 Audi A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Audi mailed an interim owner notification March 02, 2018. When parts to perform the recall repair become available, Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69U1. Note: This recall has been superseded by 18V427.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel line may weaken and leak
Reported December 6, 2017Model years 2012–2014NHTSA campaign 17V78100048,693 vehicles affected
A weakened compression point in the fuel line may cause a fuel leak, increasing fire risk if fuel reaches an ignition source. Dealers will replace the fuel line free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AR.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Coolant pump may overheat
Reported May 1, 2017Model years 2011–2016DVSA recall R/2017/11511,376 vehicles affected
Foreign particles in the coolant may block the additional coolant pump and cause it to overheat. Software will deactivate the pump if it malfunctions, and the pump will be replaced if it has malfunctioned.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
COOLANT PUMP MAY OVERHEAT
Defect
Foreign particles in the engine coolant can lead to a blockage in the additional coolant pump and cause the pump to overheat.Foreign particles in the coolant can lead to a blockage in the additional coolant pump and cause the pump to overheat.
Remedy
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and update the software which will deactivate the additional coolant pump in the event of malfunction. If there has been a malfunction of the additional water pump it will be replaced.
Airbags or seat belt pretensioners may not deploy
Reported February 20, 2017Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2017/07815,732 vehicles affected
A manufacturing error may prevent an airbag or seat belt pretensioner from triggering in a collision. The airbag assembly and, where necessary, the seat belt pretensioner will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AIRBAG/BELT TENSIONERS MAY NOT TRIGGER IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT
Defect
Due to an error in the manufacturing process the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioner may not trigger in the event of a collision
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace air bag assembly and seta belt pretensioner where necessary.
Passenger air bag inflator may rupture
Reported January 11, 2017Model years 2005–2009NHTSA campaign 17V03200033,421 vehicles affected
In a crash, the passenger air bag inflator may rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, risking serious injury or death. Dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone B" above, Volkswagen is recalling certain 2005-2008 Audi A4 Avant, A4 Sedan, A6 Sedan, S4 Avant and S4 Sedan vehicles, 2007-2008 A4 Cabriolet, RS4 Sedan, S4 Cabriolet and S6 Sedan vehicles, and 2006-2008 A6 Avant and 2008 RS4 Cabriolet vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall number 18V427.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Coolant pump may overheat and cause a fire
Reported January 3, 2017Model years 2012–2015NHTSA campaign 17V002000342,867 vehicles affected
Debris may block the electric coolant pump, causing it to overheat and increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will update the software to deactivate power to the pump if it becomes blocked, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
Consequence
If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19M1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Air bags or seat belt pretensioners may not work properly
Reported December 29, 2016Model years 2017NHTSA campaign 16V9550005,947 vehicles affected
Some air bags may not deploy properly, or seat belt pretensioners may not activate properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace affected air bags and pretensioners free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi A7, A4, A6, Volkswagen Golf and Tiguan vehicles and 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf vehicles for driver frontal air bags, passenger frontal air bags or head air bags that may not deploy properly. Additionally, certain 2017 Audi Q7, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, and 2018 Audi Q5 vehicles are being recalled because the seat belt pretensioners may not activate properly.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the air bags and/or the seat belt pretensioners do not inflate or function properly, the vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen and Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bags and seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel hose may degrade and leak
Reported September 7, 2016Model years 2012–2013NHTSA campaign 16V64600028,249 vehicles affected
A fuel hose in the engine compartment may degrade and leak fuel, increasing the risk of fire if fuel reaches an ignition source. Dealers will replace the under-hood fuel pump and hose free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Audi A6 and Audi A7 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a fuel hose in the engine compartment that may degrade and leak fuel.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the under hood fuel pump and fuel hose, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24BZ.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture
Reported June 1, 2016Model years 2005–2011NHTSA campaign 16V382000194,453 vehicles affected
The passenger airbag inflator may rupture when the airbag deploys, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and risking serious injury or death. Dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Audi A4, and 2005-2011 Audi A6 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Audi A4, and 2005-2008 Audi A6 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Volkswagen is recalling model year 2004 Audi A4 vehicles originally sold, or registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger airbag detection system may malfunction
Reported December 8, 2015Model years 2012–2013NHTSA campaign 15V82300021,074 vehicles affected
The passenger detection system may malfunction and prevent passenger-side airbags from deploying in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will install a system repair kit, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Audi A6 vehicles manufactured March 28, 2011, to March 25, 2013, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles manufactured January 25, 2011, to March 19, 2013. In vehicles with heated and cooled seats, the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS), used to enable the front passenger air bags, may malfunction and prevent the passenger-side air bags from deploying in a crash.
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of occupant injury in a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel may leak from injector rails
Reported April 20, 2015Model years 2011–2012DVSA recall R/2015/0317,511 vehicles affected
Fuel may leak from the injector rails; drivers may notice a fuel smell or see evidence of a leak. The injector rails and seals will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FUEL MAY LEAK
Defect
Fuel may leak from the injector rails. Drivers may notice a smell of fuel and or evidence of a leak
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace injector rails and seals.
Fuel injection system may leak
Reported January 20, 2015Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 15V01900026,008 vehicles affected
The fuel injection system may leak, and fuel near an ignition source can cause a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel rails and seals free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Audi S4, S5, Q7, 2012 Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles. In the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails and corresponding seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2015. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834 or Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 24AP for Audi customers and 24BK for Volkswagen customers.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front airbags may not deploy after a second impact
Reported October 24, 2014Model years 2013–2015NHTSA campaign 14V667000101,938 vehicles affected
After side airbags deploy in a crash, a second impact to the front may not trigger the front airbags, increasing occupant injury risk. Audi dealers will update the airbag control software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Audi A4 and S4 vehicles manufactured February 16, 2012, to October 21, 2014, and 2013-2015 Audi Allroad vehicles manufactured March 12, 2012, to October 21, 2014. Due to an improper algorithm in the air bag control module, if a crash necessitates deployment of the side air bags, a second impact to the front of the vehicle may not command the front air bags to also deploy.
Consequence
If the front air bags do not deploy in the event of a secondary impact to the front of the vehicle, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2014. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69K5.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine oil may reduce brake servo assistance
Reported October 1, 2014Model years 2012–2014DVSA recall R/2014/09834,530 vehicles affected
Engine oil may enter the brake servo through the vacuum feed line, causing its diaphragm to rupture and reducing brake assistance. The vacuum line will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
REDUCTION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE
Defect
On affected vehicles engine oil may in isolated instances enter the brake servo via the vacuum feed lie.This may cause the brake servo diaphragm to rupture and loss of brake servo assistance.
Remedy
Replace vacuum line on affected vehicles.
Fuel line may be damaged and leak
Reported October 7, 2013Model years 2012–2013DVSA recall R/2013/1121,808 vehicles affected
A fuel line may be damaged due to a manufacturing tolerance issue, which could cause a fuel leak. The fuel line will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FUEL LINE MAY HAVE BECOME DAMAGE AND COULD CAUSE A FUEL LEAK
Defect
Due to manufacturing tolerance the fuel line may become damaged in individual cases and within a specific manufacturing period. In the worst case this can cause leakage.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles within the range quoted and replace the fuel line
Fuel line may leak
Reported September 23, 2013Model years 2013–2014NHTSA campaign 13V4500003,594 vehicles affected
A fuel line may leak because of a manufacturing tolerance issue. Fuel in the presence of an ignition source may cause a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel line free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi S6 and S7 vehicles equipped with 4.0L engines. Due to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel.
Consequence
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The safety recall is planned to begin in late October 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this campaign is 20U6/L8.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Curtain airbag may fail to inflate
Reported December 12, 2011DVSA recall R/2012/01411 vehicles affected
The curtain airbag may not have been sewn correctly and may fail to inflate. The curtain airbags will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
CURTAIN AIRBAG MAY NOT INFLATE
Defect
On Audi A6 manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the curtain airbag has not been correctly sewn together. As a result the curtain airbag may fail to inflate.
Remedy
Replacement of the curtain airbags.
Curtain airbag seam may be improperly stitched
Reported December 6, 2011Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 11V580000317 vehicles affected
A stitching defect may prevent a head curtain airbag from deploying in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the affected curtain airbag free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Defect
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL 2012 AUDI A6 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 8, 2011, THROUGH MAY 26, 2011. DUE TO A PROBLEM IN THE STITCHING PROCESS OF THE CURTAIN AIR BAG, THE SEAM OF THE AIR BAG MAY NOT BE STITCHED PROPERLY.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE HEAD CURTAIN AIR BAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AND WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT AN OCCUPANT, INCREASING THE RISK OF AN INJURY.
Remedy
VOLKSWAGEN WILL NOTIFY ALL OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND/OR RIGHT CURTAIN AIR BAG FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
Notes
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Fuel tank valve nipple may crack and leak
Reported May 3, 2011Model years 2001–2004NHTSA campaign 11V2670005,992 vehicles affected
Aging plastic and stress from the ventilation line may crack the fuel tank rollover valve nipple, causing a fuel leak that could lead to a fire if exposed to an ignition source. Dealers will reinforce the nipple or repair the crack.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2001-2004 AUDI A6, MODEL YEAR 2002-2003 S6 AND MODEL YEAR 2003 RS6 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.2L ENGINES AND MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 19, 2001, THROUGH JUNE 8, 2004. THE AGING OF THE PLASTIC MATERIAL IN THE FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE COMBINED WITH BENDING STRESS FROM THE ALUMINUM VENTILATION LINE TO THE ROLLOVER VALVE NIPPLE MAY LEAD TO CRACKING OF THE NIPPLE. IF THIS HAPPENS, A FUEL LEAK MAY RESULT.
Consequence
A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REINFORCE THE NIPPLE ON THE ROLLOVER VALVE TO PREVENT LEAKAGE OR REPAIR THE CRACKING AT THE NIPPLE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Notes
VOLKSWAGEN SAFETY RECALL NO. 20L8/JY.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Fuel tank rollover valve nipple may crack and leak
Reported April 8, 2008Model years 2001–2005NHTSA campaign 08V15700068,240 vehicles affected
Ageing plastic and stress from the ventilation line may crack the fuel tank rollover valve nipple, causing a leak and potentially a fire if fuel reaches an ignition source. Dealers will reinforce the nipple or repair the crack.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 68,240 MY 2001-2004 AUDI A6 QUATTRO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7L, 2.8L, OR 3.0L ENGINES AND MY 2001-2005 ALLROAD QUATTRO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7L OR 4.2L ENGINES. THE AGING OF THE PLASTIC MATERIAL IN THE FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE COMBINED WITH BENDING STRESS FROM THE ALUMINUM VENTILATION LINE TO THE ROLLOVER VALVE NIPPLE MAY LEAD TO CRACKING OF THE NIPPLE. IF THIS HAPPENS, A FUEL LEAK MAY RESULT.
Consequence
A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REINFORCE THE NIPPLE ON THE ROLLOVER VALVE TO PREVENT LEAKAGE OR REPAIR THE CRACKING AT THE NIPPLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 27, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Notes
VW RECALL NO. 20L8/JY.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Power tailgate may close unexpectedly
Reported September 25, 2007Model years 2004–2007DVSA recall R/2007/12025,404 vehicles affected
The power operated tailgate may close abruptly and without warning after being opened. The tailgate motors will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
TAILGATE MAY CLOSE WITHOUT WARNING
Defect
It has been identified that the power operated tailgate may close abruptly and unexpectedly following opening using the power function.
Remedy
Recalled vehicle will have the tailgate motors replaced.
Fuel pump may stop supplying fuel
Reported August 28, 2007Model years 2003NHTSA campaign 07V37500034,358 vehicles affected
A change in fuel pump electrical components may cause the pump to stop working and interrupt fuel supply, potentially stalling the vehicle without warning and increasing crash risk. Dealers will install new fuel pumps free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.8L TURBO, 2.8L V6, OR 3.0L ENGINES, A CHANGE IN THE ELECTRICAL MOTOR COMPONENTS IN THE FUEL PUMP CAN LEAD TO AN INOPERATIVE FUEL PUMP AND, ULTIMATELY, STOPPAGE OF FUEL SUPPLY TO THE ENGINE CAUSING IT TO STALL.
Consequence
IF FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE IS INTERRUPTED, THE VEHICLE COULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING AND THUS PRESENT A POTENTIAL RISK OF CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 28, 20007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-222-8987 OR AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834. THIS RECALL IS A SUPPLEMENT TO A PREVIOUS CAMPAIGN (PLEASE SEE 06V017).
Notes
VW RECALL NO. M7 AND AUDI RECALL NO. JL.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Powered rear lid may close rapidly
Reported August 1, 2007Model years 2006–2008NHTSA campaign 07V33400023,898 vehicles affected
If a gas strut loses all pressure, the system may mistake the lid's slow movement for a manual close and release the clutch, causing the lid to close rapidly and risk injury. Dealers will install new software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE AUTOMATIC REAR LID INCLUDES AN ELECTRIC MOTOR AND CLUTCH THAT WORK IN CONJUNCTION WITH TWO GAS STRUTS TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE REAR LID, INCLUDING A MANUAL CLOSE FUNCTION. IF ONE OF THE STRUTS HAS A TOTAL LOSS OF PRESSURE, THE RESULTANT SLOW MOVEMENT OF THE REAR LID IS INTERPRETED BY THE SOFTWARE AS AN INTENDED MANUAL CLOSE AND THE MOTOR CLUTCH RELEASES TO CLOSE THE REAR LID IMMEDIATELY.
Consequence
THIS CAN RESULT IN AN UNINTENDED RAPID CLOSING OF THE REAR LID WITH A RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Notes
VOLKSWAGEN RECALL NO. JV.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Headlight switch wiring may short circuit
Reported June 5, 2006Model years 1998–2005NHTSA campaign 06V19800070,512 vehicles affected
Connector pins in the headlight switch may touch and cause a short circuit, which could lead to overheating or fire. Dealers will reroute the wiring harness by installing a jumper harness.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HALOGEN LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS, CERTAIN CONNECTOR PINS IN THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH CONNECTOR COME INTO CONTACT WITH EACH OTHER CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT. NOTE: VEHICLES WITH XENON LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE NOT AFFECTED BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT IN THESE VEHICLES CONTAINS A FUSE, WHICH PRECLUDES EXCESSIVE CURRENT FLOW IN THE CASE OF A SHORT CIRCUIT. AUDI S6 AND S6 AVANT VEHICLES ARE ALL EQUIPPED WITH XENON LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS AND, THEREFORE, ARE NOT LONGER AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO OVERHEATING OR FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REROUTE THE WIRING HARNESS BY INSTALLING A JUMPER WIRING HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Notes
VOLKSWAGEN (AUDI) RECALL NO. JN.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Fuel pump may fail and stall the engine
Reported January 23, 2006Model years 2003NHTSA campaign 06V01700074,000 vehicles affected
Electrical components in the fuel pump may fail, interrupting fuel supply and causing the engine to stall without warning, which may increase crash risk. Dealers will install new fuel pumps free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES PRODUCED FROM SEPTEMBER 2002 - MARCH 2003, EQUIPPED WITH 1.8L TURBO, 2.8L V6, OR 3.0L ENGINES, A CHANGE IN THE ELECTRICAL MOTOR COMPONENTS IN THE FUEL PUMP CAN LEAD TO AN INOPERATIVE FUEL PUMP AND, ULTIMATELY, STOPPAGE OF FUEL SUPPLY TO THE ENGINE CAUSING IT TO STALL.
Consequence
IF FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE IS INTERRUPTED, THE VEHICLE COULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING AND THUS PRESENT A POTENTIAL RISK OF CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 10, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-222-8987 OR AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Notes
VW RECALL NO. M7 AND AUDI RECALL NO. JL.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Front airbags may deploy too late
Reported November 11, 2005Model years 2004–2005DVSA recall R/2005/1355,767 vehicles affected
If front airbags are needed in a crash, they may deploy too late. The airbag and ECU software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS MAY DEPLOY TOO LATE
Defect
In the event of an accident in which deployment of the front airbags is required it is possible that the airbags can trigger too late.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the airbag and ECU software updated.
Throttle may freeze open in cold weather
Reported October 12, 2004Model years 1998–1999NHTSA campaign 04V49500028,300 vehicles affected
Ice may build up in the throttle body in extremely low temperatures, leaving the throttle open so the vehicle may not slow when the driver lifts off the accelerator. A crash could result. The throttle body kit will be replaced free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.8L, V6 5-VALVE ENGINES, AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, WHILE DRIVING DURING EXTREMELY LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES THE THROTTLE MAY FREEZE IN AN OPEN POSITION DUE TO ICE ACCUMULATING IN THE THROTTLE BODY.
Consequence
IF THIS OCCURS, THE VEHICLE MAY FAIL TO REDUCE SPEED WHEN THE DRIVER LIFTS HIS/HER FOOT FROM THE GAS PEDAL. THIS LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL COULD RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
AUDI WILL INSTALL A REPLACEMENT THROTTLE BODY KIT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 29, 2004. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834. OWNERS OF VEHICLES WHICH ARE NOT REGISTERED IN THE COLD-WEATHER STATES OF ALASKA, COLORADO, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IDAHO, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEVADA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, OHIO, OREGON, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, SOUTH DAKOTA, VERMONT, WASHINGTON, WISCONSIN, AND WYOMING, WILL BE NOTIFIED OF A SERVICE ACTION, UNDER WHICH THEY WILL BE PROVIDED THE FREE REMEDY UPON REQUEST.
Notes
VW/AUDI RECALL NOS. JB/JG.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Knee bolster may short headlight wiring and cause a fire
Reported March 18, 2004Model years 1998–2004NHTSA campaign 04V133000172,866 vehicles affected
The knee bolster may contact the headlight wiring harness and cause an electrical short, which could start a fire in the left dashboard area. Dealers will fit a protective covering and check and replace the wiring harness and felt protector if needed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, IF A DRIVER'S KNEES PUSH AGAINST THE KNEE BOLSTER (CRASH ELEMENT) LOCATED UNDER THE DASHBOARD, IT CAN CONTACT THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WIRING HARNESS, AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR.
Consequence
A FIRE COULD ORIGINATE IN THE LEFT DASHBOARD AREA.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVERING ON THE KNEE BOLSTER (CRASH ELEMENT). IN ADDITION, THE WIRING HARNESS AS WELL AS THE FELT PROTECTOR ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DASHBOARD CARRIER WILL BE CHECKED, AND REPLACED IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 26, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Notes
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Tires may exceed the axle load allowance
Reported April 7, 2003Model years 2001NHTSA campaign 03V1430001,360 vehicles affected
The calculated vehicle normal load exceeds the allowable axle load for 225/45R 17 91Y tires by 19KG. Dealers will replace all five tires.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
TIRES
Defect
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7L ENGINES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE CALCULATED "VEHICLE NORMAL LOAD" EXCEEDS THE ALLOWABLE WEIGHT OF THE AXLE LOAD WITH TIRE DIMENSION 225/45R 17 91Y BY 19KG.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FIVE TIRES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 19, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Notes
VW RECALL NO. LV.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Driver's airbag may not deploy
Reported October 26, 2002DVSA recall R/2002/1432,705 vehicles affected
In a collision above the airbag triggering threshold, the driver's airbag may not deploy. The driver's airbag unit will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
Defect
On 79 vehicles within the VIN ranges affected (with 3-spoke sports steering wheel) it is possible that in the event of a collision impact above the triggering threshold of the airbags the driver's airbag may not be deployed.
Remedy
The drivers airbag unit will be replaced on all affected vehicles with 3-spoke sports steering wheel.
Driver airbag igniter may not be assembled correctly
Reported October 9, 2002Model years 2003NHTSA campaign 02V275000170 vehicles affected
The driver airbag igniter may be positioned incorrectly and fail to activate the airbag in a crash. Dealers will replace the airbags.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3-SPOKE SPORT STEERING WHEELS, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE IGNITER FOR THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY ASSEMBLED.
Consequence
AN IMPROPERLY POSITIONED IGNITER WILL NOT ACTIVATE THE AIR BAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIR BAGS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 18, 2002. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Notes
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Brake pedal bracket may crack
Reported August 1, 2002Model years 2001DVSA recall R/2002/11256 vehicles affected
A casting fault may cause the brake pedal bracket to crack, potentially seriously impairing braking. Fit quality assured replacement brackets.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKE PEDAL BRACKET MAY CRACK
Defect
Brake pedal brackets having a casting fault may have been installed. The bracket may crack and in the worst case seriously impair the brake performance.
Remedy
Fit quality assured replacement brake pedal brackets.
Windscreen wipers may lock together
Reported September 3, 2001Model years 1999–2001DVSA recall R/2001/114885 vehicles affected
At high speeds, the driver's and passenger's wipers may become entangled and stop moving. The driver's wiper arm and blade will be replaced with modified parts.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
WINDSCREEN WIPER ACTION MAY BE AFFECTED
Defect
At high speeds there is a risk that the wiper on the drivers side may become entangled with the wiper on the passenger's side which will lock wiper motion.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace driver's side windscreen wiper arm and blade with modified type.
Windshield wipers may become entangled
Reported June 18, 2001Model years 2001NHTSA campaign 01V2020002,837 vehicles affected
Under heavy load, such as snow, freezing conditions or heavy rain, one wiper may lag behind the other. The blades could become entangled and stop working, reducing visibility. Dealers will replace the driver-side wiper arm free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES (ALLROAD). WHEN ACTIVATING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER UNDER HEAVY LOAD CONDITIONS SUCH AS FREEZING, SNOW OR HEAVY RAIN, ONE WIPER COULD BE DELAYED BEHIND THE OTHER WIPER.
Consequence
IF THAT HAPPENS, THE WIPER BLADES, BECAUSE THEY OVERLAP WIPING AREAS, COULD BECOME ENTANGLED WITH EACH OTHER AND CEASE FUNCTIONING. THIS COULD IMPAIR THE DRIVER'S VISIBILITY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENTIRE DRIVER SIDE WIPER ARM. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 22, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-866-892-2834.
Notes
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Fuel gauge may show fuel when the tank is empty
Reported May 3, 2001Model years 1998–2001NHTSA campaign 01V15700070,000 vehicles affected
Sulfur deposits on the fuel level sender contacts could make the gauge read full when the tank is not full or is empty. The vehicle could run out of fuel without warning. Dealers will replace the senders with units made using a new alloy.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SULFUR IN FUEL INTERACTS WITH CERTAIN ADDITIVES FOUND IN WIDELY AVAILABLE GASOLINE CAUSING SULFUR TO BECOME DEPOSITED ON THE CONTACT POINTS OF THREE FUEL SENDING UNITS MOUNTED INSIDE THE FUEL TANK. THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL GAUGE TO READ FULL WHILE THE FUEL TANK MAY NOT IN FACT BE FULL OR COULD BE EMPTY.
Consequence
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE FUEL GAUGE INDICATES THAT THERE IS SUFFICIENT FUEL IN THE TANK LEAD TO SAFETY PROBLEMS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE EXISTING FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNITS AND REPLACE THEM WITH FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNITS USING A NEW ALLOY COMPOSED OF GOLD, SILVER, AND A SMALL AMOUNT OF NICKEL, WHICH WILL NOT CHEMICALLY REACT WITH SULFUR. VW/AUDI WILL ALSO CALL BACK VEHICLES THAT WERE REPAIRED UNDER A PREVIOUS RECALL LAST JUNE IN ORDER TO INSTALL THE UPDATED FUEL SENDING UNITS NHTSA 00V137/AUDI LB). OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 1, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-866-892-2834.
Notes
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Tie rod seals may let in moisture and dust
Reported December 6, 2000Model years 1999NHTSA campaign 00V41400083,000 vehicles affected
Tie rod seals may not keep moisture or dust out of the swivel bearing. The bearing could wear over time and reduce steering control. Dealers will replace the tie rods.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TIE RODS OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ARE PROTECTED ON EACH SIDE BY A SEAL TO PREVENT MOISTURE AND DUST PARTICLES FROM ENTERING THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME TIE ROD SEALS MAY NOT SEAL PROPERLY.
Consequence
IF MOISTURE AND/OR DUST PARTICLES ENTER THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM, THE SWIVEL BEARING COULD WEAR OVER TIME DIMINISHING THE STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TIE RODS.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 5, 2001.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987 OR AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Fuel feed line may shrink and leak
Reported March 6, 2000Model years 1994–1995NHTSA campaign 00V0680003,000 vehicles affected
Heat from the turbocharger may cause the fuel feed line to age prematurely and shrink, allowing fuel to seep from its connection. Dealers will replace the line with shrinkage-resistant material.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A FUEL FEED LINE CONNECTING THE FUEL FILTER TO THE ENGINE CAN PREMATURELY AGE AND SHRINK THROUGH EXPOSURE TO HIGH UNDER HOOD TEMPERATURE CAUSED BY THE TURBOCHARGER.
Consequence
THIS CAN RESULT IN FUEL SEEPAGE AT THE CONNECTION.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENTIRE FUEL FEED LINE FROM THE FUEL FILTER TO THE ENGINE WITH A FUEL LINE OF SHRINKAGE-PROOF MATERIAL.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 22, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Track rod ends may wear prematurely
Reported November 1, 1999Model years 1998DVSA recall R/1999/072114,921 vehicles affected
Faulty seals may cause premature wear of the track rod ends. If warning noises are ignored, a bearing pin could work loose and affect steering control. The track rod ends will be replaced with versions fitted with improved seals.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POTENTIAL PREMATURE WEAR OF STEERING BALL JOINTS
Defect
Faulty seals could lead to premature wear of the track rod bearings (ends) and if the warning noises are ignored it is possible that the track rod bearing pin could work loose and affect steering control.
Remedy
Recall vehicles in order to replace the track rod ends with ones fitted with an improved seal.
Tie rod seals may allow moisture and dust inside
Reported September 13, 1999Model years 1998–1999NHTSA campaign 99V24800051,900 vehicles affected
Tie rod seals may not keep moisture or dust out of the swivel bearings. The bearings could wear over time and reduce steering control. Dealers will replace the tie rods.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TIE RODS OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ARE PROTECTED ON EACH SIDE BY A SEAL TO PREVENT MOISTURE AND DUST PARTICLES FROM ENTERING THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME TIE ROD SEALS MAY NOT SEAL PROPERLY.
Consequence
IF MOISTURE AND/OR DUST PARTICLES ENTER THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM, THE SWIVEL BEARING COULD WEAR OVER TIME DIMINISHING THE STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TIE RODS.
Notes
VW RECALL NO. UL/AUDI RECALL NO. KW. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 5, 1999. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987 OR AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Brake booster vacuum valve may not work in cold weather
Reported May 21, 1999Model years 1998–1999NHTSA campaign 99V13100188,121 vehicles affected
Below -4 F in certain driving conditions, a vacuum hose control valve may not open or close fully, leaving the brake booster with insufficient vacuum. Dealers will install a vacuum bypass system in vehicles operated in the affected states to provide sufficient vacuum for full brake assist in all weather conditions.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. A CONTROL VALVE IN THE VACUUM HOSE CONNECTING THE BRAKE BOOSTER TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD MAY NOT OPEN OR CLOSE FULLY AT TEMPERATURES BELOW -4 F UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE INSUFFICIENT VACUUM TO BE PROVIDED TO THE BRAKE BOOSTER.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A VACUUM BY-PASS SYSTEM INTO VEHICLES OPERATED IN THESE STATES WHICH IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT VACUUM FOR FULL BRAKE ASSIST UNDER ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 9, 1999.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VW AT 1-800-822-8987 OR AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Fuel may spray from the filler neck
Reported March 22, 1999Model years 1998–1999NHTSA campaign 99V05800027,964 vehicles affected
Refuelling shortly after starting the engine while it is running may create enough back pressure to eject fuel when the nozzle is removed. Fuel spray near an ignition source could cause a fire or injury. Owners will receive updated instructions, and dealers will install a fuel door label.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH QUATTRO DRIVE SYSTEM WHICH EMPLOYS A FUEL AND FUEL VAPOR LEAK DETECTION SYSTEM. IF THE VEHICLE IS REFUELED SHORTLY AFTER THE ENGINE IS STARTED, AND IS KEPT RUNNING WHILE BEING REFUELED, THE FUEL VAPOR RECOVERY SYSTEM COULD PRODUCE SUFFICIENT BACK PRESSURE TO CAUSE FUEL TO BE EJECTED AFTER A COMPLETE FILL-UP WHEN THE FUEL PUMP NOZZLE IS REMOVED FROM THE FILLER NECK.
Consequence
IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL SPRAY COULD RESULT IN FIRE OR POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
VW IS PROVIDING A NEW PAGE FOR THE OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALSO REQUESTING OWNERS TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE A LABEL CONTAINING IMPORTANT REFUELING INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLED INSIDE OF THE FUEL FILLER DOOR. DEALERS WILL ALSO REMOVE THE TIRE PRESSURE LABEL AND REPLACE IT WITH A NEW LABEL AFFIXED TO THE FENDER WELL AT THE RIGHT REAR DOOR.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 8, 1999.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Airflow screen pieces may prevent throttle from idling
Reported June 22, 1998Model years 1998NHTSA campaign 98V13400019,800 vehicles affected
An engine backfire during a cold start can damage the loosely seated airflow screen. Pieces may enter the intake and prevent the throttle plate from returning to idle. Dealers will install a retaining ring to secure the screen.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE BACKFIRES DURING A COLD-START, AN AIR SCREEN WHICH IS LOOSELY SEATED IN THE AIR FLOW METER CAN BECOME DAMAGED.
Consequence
SCREEN PIECES COULD ENTER THE INTAKE AIR FLOW SYSTEM AND PREVENT THE THROTTLE PLATE FROM RETURNING TO ITS FULL IDLE POSITION.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RETAINING RING TO HOLD THE AIR SCREEN IN PLACE.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DURING AUGUST 1998.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VWOA AT 1-800-822-8987 OR AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Driver airbag may deploy unexpectedly
Reported November 26, 1997Model years 1995–1996DVSA recall R/1997/075151,569 vehicles affected
Static electricity may trigger the airbag when the driver enters or leaves the stationary vehicle. An earth cable will be fitted to the steering wheel to discharge static.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
UNSCHEDULED DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVERS AIR BAG
Defect
In weather conditions which favour the build up of static electricity the air bag may deploy spontaneously if the driver enters or leaves the vehicle while carrying a high static charge. This can only happen when the car is stationery and not while it is in motion.
Remedy
Affected vehicles are being recalled for the installation of an earth cable to the steering wheel to conduct any static charge to earth.
Static electricity may trigger driver air bag
Reported October 8, 1997Model years 1995–1997NHTSA campaign 97V17500039,300 vehicles affected
Static electricity in low humidity can trigger the driver air bag when someone enters or exits and touches certain areas of the steering wheel, risking injury. Dealers will install a ground wire on the driver air bag.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DISCHARGE OF STATIC ELECTRICITY UNDER LOW HUMIDITY CONDITIONS CAN ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WHEN THE DRIVER ENTERS OR EXITS THE VEHICLE AND FORMS AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT BY TOUCHING CERTAIN AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL.
Consequence
ACTIVATION OF THE AIR BAG UNDER THESE CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND WIRE ON THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 13, 1997.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Fuel filler neck may not match fuel cap
Reported September 19, 1997Model years 1998NHTSA campaign 97V16000031 vehicles affected
An incorrect filler neck may not match the fuel cap, allowing fuel to escape and potentially cause a fire if it reaches an ignition source. Dealers will replace the filler neck.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING PRE-ASSEMBLY OF THE FUEL TANKS, AN INCORRECT FILLER NECK WAS INSTALLED CAUSING THE FILLER NECK TO NOT "MATCH" THE FUEL CAP.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD ALLOW FUEL TO ESCAPE AND IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WAS PRESENT, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE FILLER NECKS.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 19, 1997.DEALERS HAVE BEEN ISSUED A STOP DELIVERY AND OWNERS OF VEHICLES ALREADY SOLD HAVE BEEN CONTACTED BY TELEPHONE.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-2834. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Rear seat belt retractors may not lock properly
Reported July 22, 1997Model years 1997NHTSA campaign 97V11500012 vehicles affected
The rear seat belt retractors may fail to lock or stay locked, which could cause occupant injury in a crash. Dealers will replace the rear seat belt assembly.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTORS MAY NOT LOCK PROPERLY WHEN ENGAGED, OR NOT REMAIN LOCKED AFTER BEING ENGAGED.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, AN IMPROPERLY LOCKING SEAT BELT COULD CAUSE INJURY TO AN OCCUPANT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY.
Notes
NOTE:AUDI HAS TELEPHONED ALL OWNERS INVOLVED IN THIS CAMPAIGN. NO FURTHER ACTION WILL BE TAKEN ON THIS RECALL.
Seat belt height adjuster may fail in a crash
Reported June 28, 1997Model years 1997DVSA recall R/1997/0492,194 vehicles affected
The front seat belt height adjuster may not meet specification and could endanger the belt wearer in a crash. It will be inspected and replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FRONT SEAT BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTER
Defect
The front seat belt height adjuster may not have been manufactured to the correct specification and could endanger the belt wearer in an accident situation.
Remedy
Affected vehicles are being recalled to dealers for inspection and where required the installation of a new seat belt height adjuster.
Ignition switch may disrupt electrical accessories
Reported January 29, 1996Model years 1994–1996NHTSA campaign 96V01700024,000 vehicles affected
A defective ignition switch can cause accessories such as turn signals, wipers, lamps, power windows and air conditioning to malfunction when the car is started. Dealers will replace the switch.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Defect
DEFECTIVE IGNITION SWITCHES WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND CAN CAUSE SOME ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES TO MALFUNCTION.
Consequence
SOME ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES, SUCH AS, TURN SIGNALS, WINDSHIELD WIPERS, LAMPS, POWER WIND0WS AND AIR CONDITIONERS CAN MALFUNCTION WHEN THE CAR IS STARTED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
Notes
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; IGNITION; SWITCH. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

Back to the Audi A6

Lane departure warning may deactivate

Software error may prevent rearview camera display

Rear seat belt retractor may not lock for a child seat

Seat belt buckle rivet may be missing

Battery modules may pose a fire hazard when charging

Front seat belt force limiter may be damaged

High-pressure fuel pump may leak

Front seat belt retractor torsion bar may fail

Front airbag inflator may explode

Instrument panel display may fail

Front passenger airbag may have reduced restraint

High-voltage battery modules may create a fire hazard

Passenger airbag may rupture when deployed

Incorrect side airbag bracket fitted in front seat

Brake fluid cap may be incorrectly labelled

Passenger airbag housing may burst

Fuel gauge may not show fuel level dropping

Spilled liquid may shut down gateway control module

Infotainment unit may disable rearview camera display

Rearview camera may display a blank screen

Engine control unit components may not meet specifications

Engine control unit may short-circuit and stall engine

Turbocharger oil strainer mesh may be too small

Blocked turbocharger oil strainer may wear bearings

Fuel level sensor may stick and show an inaccurate reading

Rear wheel alignment may be changed unnoticed

Rear axle misalignment may cause tire wear

Rear-view camera image may not display

Driver airbag function may be restricted

Driver airbag may deploy late or with insufficient force

Rear seat belt retractors may deactivate early

Rear axle suspension link nuts may not meet specifications

Engine cylinder bore may crack

Rear axle trailing arm lock nut may break

Unauthorised control software is fitted

Front passenger airbag may not inflate fully

Passenger air bag may not deploy properly

Front crash sensors may be faulty

Front door crash sensor connector may detach

Moisture may enter the starter-alternator

Moisture may enter the belt-driven starter-alternator

Passenger air bag may not deploy through panel seam

Moisture may short circuit starter generator

Driver air bag inflator may deploy improperly

Passenger air bag may be disabled

Towing bracket hinge lock may be faulty

Fuel may escape from the fuel rails

Air conditioner auxiliary heater may fail

Fuel rails may leak

Panoramic sunroof glass may be bonded incorrectly

Auxiliary heater connector may overheat

Passenger air bag inflator may explode

Passenger seat sensing mat may malfunction

Coolant pump may overheat or short-circuit

Passenger air bag inflator may explode

Fuel line may weaken and leak

Coolant pump may overheat

Airbags or seat belt pretensioners may not deploy

Passenger air bag inflator may rupture

Coolant pump may overheat and cause a fire

Air bags or seat belt pretensioners may not work properly

Fuel hose may degrade and leak

Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

Passenger airbag detection system may malfunction

Fuel may leak from injector rails

Fuel injection system may leak

Front airbags may not deploy after a second impact

Engine oil may reduce brake servo assistance

Fuel line may be damaged and leak

Fuel line may leak

Curtain airbag may fail to inflate

Curtain airbag seam may be improperly stitched

Fuel tank valve nipple may crack and leak

Fuel tank rollover valve nipple may crack and leak

Power tailgate may close unexpectedly

Fuel pump may stop supplying fuel

Powered rear lid may close rapidly

Headlight switch wiring may short circuit

Fuel pump may fail and stall the engine

Front airbags may deploy too late