2012–2017 Audi A4 Allroad, A6, Q5 and more recall: Engine and engine cooling: cooling system
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V002000
- Reported
- January 3, 2017
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Part
- Engine and engine cooling: cooling system
- Vehicles affected
- About 342,867
What is wrong
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.
Safety risk
If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Audi A4 Allroad (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016); Audi A5 (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017); Audi A6 (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015); Audi Q5 (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
What is the fix?
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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.