AUDI A6 2021: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V601000

Make Model Year
AUDI A6 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2023-09-25 2023-08-25 2023-08-28

Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 47T9

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 7499

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 135

Summary

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.