CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Audi A6 vehicles equipped with mild-hybrid technology and 2.0TFSI engines. Moisture may enter the starter generator and cause an electrical short circuit.
- Risk
- A short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the starter generator, free of charge. The recall began by May 22, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 27H2.
- 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
Certain 2019 and 2020 Audi A6 vehicles with mild-hybrid technology and 2.0TFSI engines may have a starter generator that allows moisture to enter. That moisture can cause an electrical short circuit inside the starter generator.
A short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their vehicle checked as soon as possible.
The remedy is free. Dealers will replace the starter generator at no charge, and Volkswagen will notify owners. You can also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 (recall number 27H2), and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi A6 | 20192020 |
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