AUDI A6 2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V153000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| AUDI | A6 | 2020 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2020-05-22 | 2020-03-19 | 2020-03-19 |
Production Dates: 1900-01-01 - 1900-01-01
Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 27H2
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5471
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
A short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire.
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.
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.
