Your Audi's engine has a small electric pump that helps keep it cool. In some 2012-2017 models, this pump can get clogged with debris or short-circuit due to moisture, which can cause the engine to overheat.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pump fails, your engine could overheat, which can cause a fire. This is a serious risk that could lead to costly repairs or even an accident.
Free Fix
Audi will replace the faulty pump with a new one at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair at an authorized Audi dealer as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.
Your Audi's fuel pump flange is the part that connects the fuel pump to the fuel tank. It's like a small gasket that can crack over time, allowing gas to leak out.
Risk if Unfixed
If the flange cracks and gas leaks out, it could ignite if there's an open flame nearby, which could cause a fire.
Free Fix
Audi will inspect the flange and replace it if it's cracked, or apply a protective coating if it's fine. This repair is free, and you should get in touch with Audi as soon as possible to schedule the fix.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Z8. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-660.
The electric coolant pump in your vehicle's cooling system is designed to keep your engine at the right temperature. However, in certain 2012-2017 Audi models, debris from the cooling system can clog this pump, causing it to overheat.
Risk if Unfixed
If the coolant pump overheats, it could cause a fire, which could lead to significant damage to your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will update the software to automatically shut off the power to the coolant pump if it gets clogged, protecting your vehicle from damage. This update is free, and you'll be notified when it's time to bring your car in for the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19M1.
The auxiliary heater in your Audi is a component that helps warm your cabin. But in some 2013-2016 models, the electrical connector for this heater can corrode, causing the wires to overheat and potentially melt.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wires melt, there's a risk of a fire breaking out in your vehicle. This could cause serious damage and put you and others at risk.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty auxiliary heater and update the software to prevent future issues – all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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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.
The sunroof drainage system in your Audi Q5 can let water seep into the foam around the airbag canister, which can cause corrosion and weaken the canister.
Risk if Unfixed
If the canister corrodes, it could break apart and shoot metal fragments into the passenger area, striking you or your passengers and causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will remove the foam, inspect the canister, and either coat or replace it with a new one at no cost to you. They'll take care of this repair as soon as you get your recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Audi Q5 vehicles. The sunroof drainage system may allow water to soak into the foam surrounding the side head air bag inflator canister resulting in the corrosion of the canister. If this happens, the corrosion can weaken the canister and the inflator could fracture without air bag deployment, propelling fragments into the passenger compartment, striking and causing serious injury to vehicle occupants.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator and either coat it or replace it, as necessary, after removing the surrounding foam, free of charge. The recall is expected to began March 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69P1.
