CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 Audi A6 Sedan, A4 Sedan, Q5, and Q5 Sportback vehicles. The semiconductor inside the engine control unit may short-circuit and cause an engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the engine control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24iH.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The engine control unit (ECU), the computer that manages engine operation, contains a semiconductor that may short-circuit. If that happens, the engine can stall while the vehicle is being driven.
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash, since power and control can be lost unexpectedly on the road. Owners should treat any unexpected stalling as a serious safety concern.
Dealers will replace the engine control unit free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. To check whether your vehicle is included, contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 and reference recall number 24iH, or check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi A4 | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Audi A6 | 2022 |
| Audi Q5 Sportback | 2022 |