Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V133000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | from 08/14/1997 to 02/12/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 172866 | 07/26/2004 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 03/18/2004 | 03/22/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain passenger vehicles, if a driver's knees push against the knee bolster (crash element) located under the dashboard, it can contact the headlight switch wiring harness, and an electrical short could occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A fire could originate in the left dashboard area. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a protective covering on the knee bolster (crash element). in addition, the wiring harness as well as the felt protector on the left side of the dashboard carrier will be checked, and replaced if necessary. the recall began on july 26, 2004. owners should contact audi at 1-800-822-2834. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| 06V198000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | from 08/01/1997 to 06/30/2005 | V (Vehicle) | 70512 | 12/16/2006 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 06/05/2006 | 06/07/2006 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain passenger vehicles equipped with halogen low beam headlights, certain connector pins in the headlight switch connector come into contact with each other causing a short circuit. note: vehicles with xenon low beam headlights are not affected because the circuit in these vehicles contains a fuse, which precludes excessive current flow in the case of a short circuit. audi s6 and s6 avant vehicles are all equipped with xenon low beam headlights and, therefore, are not longer affected by this recall. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition could lead to overheating or fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will reroute the wiring harness by installing a jumper wiring harness. the recall began on december 16, 2006. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volkswagen (audi) recall no. jn.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| TSB-01-12-39 | 01/12/2012 | 10043525 | Audi: engine has reduced engine performance without loss of power or stalling; circuit grounds; fuel quality poor; mil is constantly illuminated or flashing; rough idle; ignition coils incorrectly installed; electrical connections loose or | 04/09/2012 | |
| 0405 | 07/08/2004 | 10008917 | Update programming (flashing) transmission control module (tcm). *mj | 08/31/2004 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||||
| TSB-28F2-REV 7 | 04/01/2010 | 10034846 | Audi: gasoline engine vehicles inspect, and if necessary, replace ignition coils. vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. (added phase 7-april 10 vin information).malfuncti | 01/19/2011 | |
| TSB-28-10-04 | 02/08/2010 | 10034345 | Audi: for interim claims for 28f2/j1 vehicles campaign only. applicable vehicles must fall within vin ranges noted. engines 2.8l are not affected in this scope. coils of screw down design (non pencil type) are also not affected. the mi | 11/05/2010 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||||
| TSB-00-10-02 | 03/24/2010 | 10035268 | Audi: software version management (svm) operating instructions. detailing the general process for carrying out a software version management (svm) software update for any tsb or required vehicle update (rvu). troubleshooting information | 02/14/2011 | |
| TSB-01-09-06 | 05/13/2009 | 10032290 | Audi: software version management (svm), operating instructions. svm is a process to update the programming in flashable (re-programmable) control modules and/or to document changes in software levels in audi vehicles. this system uses t | 03/01/2010 | |
| TSB-01-08-33 | 12/15/2008 | 10028768 | Audi: software version management(svm) operating instructions. its a process to update the programming in flashable (reprogrammable) control modules and/or to document changes in software levels in all audi vehicles. *pe | 05/27/2009 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 04/30/2012 | 94648 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 audi a6. the contact stated that while driving 65 mph, that there was a failure in the electric harness under the passenger seat. the contact stated that he noticed a burning odor and then the power failed to move the seat. upon further review, the contact discovered that the carpet under the seat was singed and had melted some plastic under the seat. the vehicle was taken to the contact | |||
| 04/30/2012 | 94648 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 audi a6. the contact stated that while driving 65 mph, that there was a failure in the electric harness under the passenger seat. the contact stated that he noticed a burning odor and then the power failed to move the seat. upon further review, the contact discovered that the carpet under the seat was singed and had melted some plastic under the seat. the vehicle was taken to the contact | |||
| 04/30/2012 | 94648 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 audi a6. the contact stated there was a recall, 04v133000 (electrical system). the contact notified the dealer and manufacturer and was informed there was no recall notice on his vehicle. the contact stated while driving 65 mph that there was a failure in the electric harness under the passenger seat. the contact stated he noticed a smell and then the power failed to move the seat. upon further review the carpet under the seat was singed and there was melted plastic caused by the failure as well. the vehicle was taken to the contacts personal mechanic and was informed the car was a safety hazard. the failure and current mileages were 94,648. dt | |||