2016 AUDI A6 RECALL - #18V862000
RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : WIRING
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi A6 Sedans and 2015 Audi A7 vehicles. The auxiliary heater electrical connector on these vehicles may have been incorrectly inserted into the auxiliary heater, possibly resulting in increased electrical resistance.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2016 AUDI A6 |
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| Manufacturer |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
10/29/2014 - 10/31/2014 |
| Recalled on |
12/10/2018 |
| Influenced by |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
3/15/2019 |
| # Affected |
845 |
| Recalled for |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING |
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| Description |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi A6 Sedans and 2015 Audi A7 vehicles. The auxiliary heater electrical connector on these vehicles may have been incorrectly inserted into the auxiliary heater, possibly resulting in increased electrical resistance. |
| Consequences |
The extra resistance can cause the connector to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective action |
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the auxiliary heater connector, replacing the auxiliary heater and connector, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 82C1. |
| 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.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2016 AUDI A6 Recall for AIR BAGS, SENSOR, OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
2016 AUDI A6 Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM, FUEL RAIL
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