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Campaign 20V153000

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ID: #20V153000 MFR: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

What This Recall Means

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

What Happened
The starter generator in your Audi A6 is a key component that helps the engine start when you turn the key. In some 2019-2020 models, moisture can get inside and cause an electrical short circuit.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter generator gets a short circuit, it could cause a fire - a serious safety risk that could damage your vehicle and put you in harm's way.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will swap out the faulty starter generator for a new one, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it with your dealer as soon as you get the recall notice.

Affected Vehicles

2020 AUDI A6
2019 AUDI A6

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #20V153000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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