NHTSA recall 20V-153: Electrical System

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Reported March 19, 2020 · 2 affected model years

Electrical System recall

20V-153
March 19, 2020 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Problem
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.
Safety risk
A short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number20V153000
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Report dateMarch 19, 2020
ComponentElectrical System:Starter Assembly
Fixed over the airNo

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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Affected vehicles

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