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2013–2016 Audi A5, A4 Allroad, Q5 recall: Electrical system: wiring

NHTSA campaign 17V-622 · October 5, 2017 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
17V622000
Reported
October 5, 2017
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Part
Electrical system: wiring
Vehicles affected
About 216,913

What is wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles. Contact corrosion within the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater may cause the heater wires to overheat or melt.

Safety risk

The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The Recall began November 27, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 80C5 and 80C6.

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); Audi Q5 (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.

What is the fix?

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The Recall began November 27, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 80C5 and 80C6.

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.