Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The electrical connector on your Audi is like a hub that connects the auxiliary heater, which helps warm your car on chilly days. Over time, corrosion in this connector can cause the wires to overheat and potentially melt.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wires melt, it could cause a fire, which is a serious risk to your safety and the safety of others around you.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty auxiliary heater and update the software if needed, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to avoid any potential risks.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — 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.
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