2015 Audi A7 | 2016 Audi A6 | 2015 Audi A6 — Electrical system: wiring
Published December 10, 2018 · Recall initiated: December 5, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V862000, published December 10, 2018 and initiated December 5, 2018. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2015 Audi A7 | 2016 Audi A6 | 2015 Audi A6 — Electrical system: wiring.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- AUDI
- Model
- A7
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2015 AUDI A7 | 2016 AUDI A6 | 2015 AUDI A6
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Audi A7 | 2016 Audi A6 | 2015 Audi A6 — Electrical system: wiring recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V862000 on December 10, 2018. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUDI. Model: A7.