2017 Audi A3 Cabriolet | 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet — Engine and engine cooling: engine
Published August 17, 2017 · Recall initiated: August 16, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V508000, published August 17, 2017 and initiated August 16, 2017. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2017 Audi A3 Cabriolet | 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet — Engine and engine cooling: engine.
What's the hazard
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet and A3 Sedan vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) software may misinterpret the flywheel rotation on engine start-up as a "knocking" condition, and the adjusted air/fuel mixture may result in an engine stall.
What to do
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. The recall began September 19, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24DF.
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Recall details
- Brand
- AUDI
- Model
- A3 CABRIOLET
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2017 AUDI A3 CABRIOLET | 2018 AUDI A3 CABRIOLET
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Audi A3 Cabriolet | 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet — Engine and engine cooling: engine recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V508000 on August 17, 2017. Reported hazard: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet and A3 Sedan vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) software may misinterpret the flywheel rotation on engine start-up as a "knocking" condition, and the adjusted air/fuel mixture may result in an engine stall.
What should I do if I have this product?
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. The recall began September 19, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24DF.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUDI. Model: A3 CABRIOLET.