Component Description
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Begin Date Of Manufacturing
19000101
End Date Of Manufacturing
19000101
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report
0
Potential Number Of Units Affected
5471
Date Owner Notified By MFR
20200522
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI)
MFR
Mfg
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Report Received Date
20200319
Record Creation Date
20200319
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary
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 Summary
A short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Summary
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the starter generator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by May 15, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 27H2.
Recall 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.
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Body Class
Sedan 4D
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
Manufacturer
AUDI
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