Audi A6 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

April 11, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalls 2012–2017 Audi — 5 models

Recall number

18V229000

Brand / firm

Audi

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 342,867 units

Why it was recalled

A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.

What to do

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.