CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, RS7, RS6 Avant, A6 Allroad, 2019-2021 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.
- Risk
- Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47T9.
- 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
A brake fluid reservoir cap may have been mislabeled at the factory, which can lead to the wrong type of brake fluid being used. Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 17, 2023. If you have questions, you can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
You can check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to see whether your vehicle is affected.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi A6 | 201920202021 |
|---|---|
| Audi A6 Allroad | 2021 |
| Audi A7 | 201920202021 |
| Audi RS 6 Avant | 2021 |
| Audi RS 7 | 2021 |
| Audi S6 | 2021 |
| Audi S7 | 2021 |