Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle has a recall notice for a potential electrical issue with the auxiliary heater wiring. A connector in your car's electrical system might be prone to corrosion, which can cause the heater wires to overheat and melt.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wires melt, it could lead to a fire in your vehicle.
Free Fix
Audi will replace the faulty auxiliary heater and update the software, free of charge, at a dealership of your choice. This service is complimentary, and you'll receive a notification with the details.
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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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