Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The gateway control module in your vehicle is a computer that helps control various systems like your lights, wipers, and windows. Water can seep into it if there's a leak, causing it to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your engine power will suddenly drop, making it harder to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will put a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal any gaps in the underbody to prevent water from getting in — 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. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, 2018-2022 Q5, and SQ5 vehicles. A liquid spill in the rear seat, or water ingress from an insufficient body seam underneath the vehicle may allow liquid to penetrate the gateway control module, causing it to shutdown.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will install a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal an underbody seam as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90S9.
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