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  • 22 Feb 2019AUDI A6Ref R/2019/060

    THE AUXILIARY HEATER ELEMENT IN THE AIR CONDITIONER MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The auxiliary heater element connection in the air conditioner may fail.

    Remedy

    Check the auxiliary heater connector and replace the element if required.

    Vehicles affected
    4,907
    OEM ref
    82C1
    Build start
    08 Jul 2014
    Build end
    31 Oct 2014
  • 22 Feb 2019AUDI A7Ref R/2019/060

    THE AUXILIARY HEATER ELEMENT IN THE AIR CONDITIONER MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The auxiliary heater element connection in the air conditioner may fail.

    Remedy

    Check the auxiliary heater connector and replace the element if required.

    Vehicles affected
    4,907
    OEM ref
    82C1
    Build start
    08 Jul 2014
    Build end
    31 Oct 2014
  • 17 Dec 2018AUDI A6Ref R/2018/363

    REAR FIXED GLASS LID BONDING MAY NOT MEET CORRECT SPECIFICATION

    Defect

    There is a possibility that the glass bonding on the panoramic sunroof is not bonded correctly.

    Remedy

    Replace the affected glass section with new bonding.

    Vehicles affected
    59
    OEM ref
    60D4
    Build start
    16 Jul 2018
    Build end
    10 Oct 2018
  • 14 Dec 2018AUDI A5Ref R/2018/365

    PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULE BOLTS SECURING TO THE DASH PANEL MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED

    Defect

    Air bag securing bolts may not be to the correct torque.

    Remedy

    Check and replace bolts as required.

    Vehicles affected
    8
    OEM ref
    69Y4
    Build start
    01 Feb 2017
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 14 Dec 2018AUDI A4Ref R/2018/365

    PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULE BOLTS SECURING TO THE DASH PANEL MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED

    Defect

    Air bag securing bolts may not be to the correct torque.

    Remedy

    Check and replace bolts as required.

    Vehicles affected
    8
    OEM ref
    69Y4
    Build start
    01 Feb 2017
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 30 Nov 2018AUDI A3Ref R/2018/338

    THE MOUNTING FOR THE HEAD RESTRAINT IS NOT CORRECTLY WELDED TO THE OUTER BACKREST FRAME FOR THE REAR SEAT

    Defect

    The rear back rest head restraint mounting is not correctly welded.

    Remedy

    Check and replace rear back rest frame if required.

    Vehicles affected
    147
    OEM ref
    72H9
    Build start
    21 May 2018
    Build end
    03 Sept 2018
  • 30 Nov 2018AUDI Q2Ref R/2018/338

    THE MOUNTING FOR THE HEAD RESTRAINT IS NOT CORRECTLY WELDED TO THE OUTER BACKREST FRAME FOR THE REAR SEAT

    Defect

    The rear back rest head restraint mounting is not correctly welded.

    Remedy

    Check and replace rear back rest frame if required.

    Vehicles affected
    147
    OEM ref
    72H9
    Build start
    21 May 2018
    Build end
    03 Sept 2018
  • 25 Oct 2018AUDI Q2Ref R/2018/295

    THE ELECTRO-MECHANICAL PARKING BRAKE MAY BE RELEASED WHILE THE CLUTCH PEDAL IS BEING RELEASED

    Defect

    The electro-mechanical park brake may be released inappropriately.

    Remedy

    The software for the brake control will be updated.

    Vehicles affected
    3,650
    OEM ref
    45H4
    Build start
    01 Jan 2017
    Build end
    30 Jun 2018
  • 21 Sept 2018AUDI R8Ref R/2018/255

    POSSIBLE OIL LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR AT THE GEARBOX BREATHER

    Defect

    it is possible that oil leakage may occur at the gearbox breather when the vehicle is being driven on a racetrack and extreme driving manoeuvres are being undertaken. As a result smoke may be produced and a vehicle fire cannot be ruled out.

    Remedy

    On the vehicles affected the single breather pipe for the gearbox breather system must be replaced by a dual breather pipe.

    Vehicles affected
    968
    OEM ref
    34J1
    Build start
    01 Oct 2015
    Build end
    30 Nov 2017
  • 18 Jun 2018AUDI Q5Ref R/2018/161

    REAR BRAKE PISTONS COATED INCORRECTLY

    Defect

    The rear brake pistons may have been coated incorrectly potentially causing the brake pedal travel to increase under braking and the effectiveness of the rear brakes to be reduced. Gas bubbles may form in the hydraulic system on the rear brake circuit under certain conditions as a function of temperature and time. In the event of a fault only the rear brake circuit will be affected. As a result the vehicle may take significantly longer to stop.

    Remedy

    The rear brake hydraulic system (rear left and rear right brake calipers) must be bled on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    606
    Build start
    20 Mar 2018
    Build end
    19 Apr 2018
  • 11 Jun 2018AUDI A5Ref R/2018/152

    RISK OF OVERHEATING AND FAILURE OF ADDITIONAL COOLANT PUMP

    Defect

    On affected vehicles moisture may enter the electronic components and cause overheating and failure of the additional coolant pump. localised smoulder damage cannot be ruled out and in individual cases may cause vehicle to catch fire.

    Remedy

    The additional coolant pump must be replaced and in addition a software update of the engine control unit must be carried out

    Vehicles affected
    137
    OEM ref
    19N3
    Build start
    01 May 2011
    Build end
    31 May 2017
  • 11 Jun 2018AUDI A4Ref R/2018/152

    RISK OF OVERHEATING AND FAILURE OF ADDITIONAL COOLANT PUMP

    Defect

    On affected vehicles moisture may enter the electronic components and cause overheating and failure of the additional coolant pump. localised smoulder damage cannot be ruled out and in individual cases may cause vehicle to catch fire.

    Remedy

    The additional coolant pump must be replaced and in addition a software update of the engine control unit must be carried out

    Vehicles affected
    137
    OEM ref
    19N3
    Build start
    01 May 2011
    Build end
    31 May 2017
  • 30 Apr 2018AUDI A4Ref R/2018/086

    ALUMINIUM TRIM MAY PARTLY DETACH FROM LOUDSPEAKER TRIM IN DOORS AND CAUSE INJURY TO OCCUPANTS

    Defect

    The aluminium trim may become detached from the loud speaker trim in the front or rear doors. Cuts and other injuries from the sharp edges may occur.

    Remedy

    The affected vehicles will be recalled and all four aluminium strips on the loud speaker trims will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    5,092
    OEM ref
    70G6
    Build start
    01 Oct 2014
    Build end
    31 Oct 2017
  • 30 Apr 2018AUDI A5 SPORTBACKRef R/2018/086

    ALUMINIUM TRIM MAY PARTLY DETACH FROM LOUDSPEAKER TRIM IN DOORS AND CAUSE INJURY TO OCCUPANTS

    Defect

    The aluminium trim may become detached from the loud speaker trim in the front or rear doors. Cuts and other injuries from the sharp edges may occur.

    Remedy

    The affected vehicles will be recalled and all four aluminium strips on the loud speaker trims will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    5,092
    OEM ref
    70G6
    Build start
    01 Oct 2014
    Build end
    31 Oct 2017
  • 24 Apr 2018AUDI A8Ref R/2018/111

    THE RETAINING CLIP IN THE ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT ASSEMBLY MAY NOT BE INSTALLED

    Defect

    On vehicles with active head restraints the retaining clip which holds the extendible part of the head restraint in its end position may not have been installed.

    Remedy

    Manufacturer to recall all affected vehicles to check for missing clip and replace if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    6
    OEM ref
    72H4
    Build start
    01 Jan 2018
    Build end
    31 Jan 2018
  • 07 Mar 2018AUDI A3Ref R/2018/061

    STARTER MOTOR MAY MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT

    Defect

    On vehicles with diesel engines and stop/start system the starter motor may be permanently activated because the return spring in the solenoid switch is bent or broken. If the permanent current supply to the starter motor is not noticed overheating of the component with local scorching damage and a vehicle fire is possible.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the solenoid switch.

    Vehicles affected
    5,208
    OEM ref
    27F8
    Build start
    01 Mar 2011
    Build end
    30 Nov 2011
  • 19 Feb 2018AUDI A5 CABRIOLETRef R/2018/051

    AUXILLIARY HEATER ELEMENT IN AIR CONDITIONING MAY FAIL AND/OR OVERHEAT

    Defect

    The auxiliary heater element in the air conditioner may fail as the result of overheating in the area of the connectors. This can lead to smoulder damage or potentially a fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and change the auxiliary heater element for one with optimised electrical connectors.

    Vehicles affected
    114,287
    OEM ref
    80C5
    Build start
    01 Apr 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2015
  • 19 Feb 2018AUDI A4Ref R/2018/051

    AUXILLIARY HEATER ELEMENT IN AIR CONDITIONING MAY FAIL AND/OR OVERHEAT

    Defect

    The auxiliary heater element in the air conditioner may fail as the result of overheating in the area of the connectors. This can lead to smoulder damage or potentially a fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and change the auxiliary heater element for one with optimised electrical connectors.

    Vehicles affected
    114,287
    OEM ref
    80C5
    Build start
    01 Apr 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2015
  • 19 Feb 2018AUDI A5Ref R/2018/051

    AUXILLIARY HEATER ELEMENT IN AIR CONDITIONING MAY FAIL AND/OR OVERHEAT

    Defect

    The auxiliary heater element in the air conditioner may fail as the result of overheating in the area of the connectors. This can lead to smoulder damage or potentially a fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and change the auxiliary heater element for one with optimised electrical connectors.

    Vehicles affected
    114,287
    OEM ref
    80C5
    Build start
    01 Apr 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2015
  • 19 Feb 2018AUDI Q5Ref R/2018/051

    AUXILLIARY HEATER ELEMENT IN AIR CONDITIONING MAY FAIL AND/OR OVERHEAT

    Defect

    The auxiliary heater element in the air conditioner may fail as the result of overheating in the area of the connectors. This can lead to smoulder damage or potentially a fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and change the auxiliary heater element for one with optimised electrical connectors.

    Vehicles affected
    114,287
    OEM ref
    80C5
    Build start
    01 Apr 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2015
  • 12 Feb 2018AUDI Q5Ref R/2018/043

    PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED

    Defect

    The weld joint that joins the central tube for the dash panel to the chute may be defective. The result could be damage to the passenger airbag potentially reducing the airbag�s protective capabilities.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the dashboard with a quality assured unit.

    Vehicles affected
    60
    OEM ref
    70G9
    Build start
    01 Jun 2017
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 12 Feb 2018AUDI Q3Ref R/2018/044

    PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED

    Defect

    A connection between the detonator and generator in the front passenger airbag module may not be correctly welded. Therefore the airbag may not be triggered in the event of a collision.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front passenger airbag module.

    Vehicles affected
    58
    OEM ref
    69U3
    Build start
    13 Sept 2016
    Build end
    02 Nov 2016
  • 06 Feb 2018AUDI A3Ref R/2018/040

    PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED

    Defect

    There is a possibility of a faulty weld on the gas generator. If the airbag is deployed there is a risk that parts could be projected into the cabin with risk of injury to the occupants.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace the front passenger air bag module with a correctly manufactured version.

    Vehicles affected
    6
    OEM ref
    69U7
    Build start
    01 Jul 2014
    Build end
    15 Nov 2014
  • 08 Jan 2018AUDI A5Ref R/2017/334

    AUXILLIARY HEATER ELEMENT IN AIR CONDITIONING MAY FAIL AND/OR OVERHEAT

    Defect

    The auxilliary heater element in the air conditioner may fail as a result of overheating in the area of the connectors in conjunction with smoulder damage or potential fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit an auxilliary heater element with opimised electrical connectors. The activation of the electric auxilliary heater must be adjusted by updating the software for the air conditioning control console.

    Vehicles affected
    33,699
    OEM ref
    80C6
    Build start
    01 Apr 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2015
  • 08 Jan 2018AUDI A4Ref R/2017/334

    AUXILLIARY HEATER ELEMENT IN AIR CONDITIONING MAY FAIL AND/OR OVERHEAT

    Defect

    The auxilliary heater element in the air conditioner may fail as a result of overheating in the area of the connectors in conjunction with smoulder damage or potential fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit an auxilliary heater element with opimised electrical connectors. The activation of the electric auxilliary heater must be adjusted by updating the software for the air conditioning control console.

    Vehicles affected
    33,699
    OEM ref
    80C6
    Build start
    01 Apr 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2015

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