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NHTSARecalled Mar 19, 2020 · #20V153000

Moisture May Enter Starter Generator

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Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Audi A6 vehicles equipped with mild-hybrid technology and 2.0TFSI engines. Moisture may enter the starter generator and cause an electrical short circuit. A short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire.

Product details

Product
  • Moisture May Enter Starter Generator
  • 2019-2020 Audi A6
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the starter generator, free of charge. The recall began by May 22, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 27H2.

View the official CPSC notice