CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Corrosion inside the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater can cause the heater wires to overheat or melt. Over time, this contact corrosion creates a path for heat buildup in the wiring.
Melted wires can increase the risk of a fire. Owners should be aware of this hazard, especially because the problem develops inside the connector and may not show obvious warning signs.
Audi will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software at no cost to you. You can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your car is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi A4 Allroad | 2013201420152016 |
|---|---|
| Audi A5 | 2013201420152016 |
| Audi Q5 | 2013201420152016 |