Audi S6 2002
Model S6 made in 2002 by Audi got 9 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 9 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel system, gasoline, power train and tires. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, fuel system, other.
Model 2002
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 | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 11V267000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | from 05/13/2003 to 03/09/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 5992 | 06/21/2011 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 05/03/2011 | 05/03/2011 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 audi a6, model year 2002-2003 s6 and model year 2003 rs6 vehicles equipped with 4.2l engines and manufactured from june 19, 2001, through june 8, 2004. the aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve nipple may lead to cracking of the nipple. if this happens, a fuel leak may result. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. the recall is expected to begin during june 2011. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volkswagen safety recall no. 20l8/jy.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 20036582 | 02/26/2007 | 10022142 | Loses power or will not move after stop. *kb | 07/06/2007 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| SAC-28F2-REV | 08/01/2010 | 10036497 | 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 final mailing phase-8/10 vin information. | 03/23/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | |||||
| 0709 | 07/10/2007 | 10022559 | Catalytic converter warranty extension. *kb | 08/20/2007 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||||
| 20056243 | 02/26/2007 | 10022141 | Headlight aiming, using hella universal beamsetter. *kb | 07/06/2007 | |
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||||
| 480501 | 02/03/2005 | 10012767 | Power steering, noisy. to include 2006 models. *tt | 03/14/2005 | |
| WHEELS - LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS | |||||
| TSB-44-08-14 | 11/19/2008 | 10027923 | Audi: wheel bolts require torque adjustment. torque sticks and torque extension bars are not approved by audi of america, inc. and should not be used to apply torque to wheel bolts. all audi models included. *pe | 02/20/2009 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 08/10/2010 | 110342 | ||
| On 10 aug 2010 my 2002 audi s6 avant fuel tank rollover valve hose nipple began leaking fuel vapors and liquid. the leak which is caused by the same material failure noted in nhtsa campaign # 08v157000 and is a serious safety risk because of fuel and fuel vapor exposure to hot exhaust and other possible ignition sources. in this case the plastic hose nipple cracked without any type of impact, damage or the presence of harsh conditions. the valve is located on the driver's side of the tank a few inches from the fuel sender access hole under the rear seat. the p/n for the entire fuel tank for the a6 and allroads affected by 08v157000 is 4b0 201 075 bl. the p/n for the entire fuel tank in the s6 and a6s w/ 4.2 v8s *not yet recalled* is 4b3 201 075 e. the design of the tanks is nearly identical, but the 075 bl is three gallons smaller. while the fuel tank p/ns are different the plastic rollover valve which is bonded to the fuel tank assembly is common to both p/ns and is unavailable as a replaceable component. although the fuel line attached to the valve is of a different material, similar forces act upon the hose nipple leading to the cracking on the 4.2s larger yet otherwise similar tank. the defective fuel tank on my vehicle is still installed and the car is not drivable due to the serious safety hazard. an inspection through the fuel sender access panel under the rear seat revealed that the plastic rollover valve was the source of the fuel leak streaming down the tank beside the exhaust and pooling below car. note: i personally know of at least one other instance where a 2002 a6 w/ 4.2 v8 began leaking fuel from the same rollover valve hose nipple and these vehicles equipped with the 4.2 have not yet been identified by a nhtsa campaign or manufacturer recall. | |||
| 10/20/2009 | 59000 | 1 | |
| Fuel leaking from the gas storage unit. *tr | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 10/11/2002 | 125 | 1 | 10/06/2002 |
| Vehicle exhibits loss of throttle response and power if accelerator pedal is depressed under certain circumstances.*jb | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 08/16/2002 | 1 | 04/01/2002 | |
| Tire exploded (at freeway speed) and disintegrated causing me to be immediately driving on the wheel (damaging the wheel) until i could get over to the right shoulder and stop.*ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 05/01/2003 | 1000 | 100 | 04/01/2003 |
| Dangerous random loss of throttle responsiveness; erratic transmission shift function . *ak | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NJ | MENDHAM | 07945 | AUDI OF MENDHAM | 973 543-6000 |