1998-2004 Audi A6, Audi Allroad and others recall: electrical system

Volkswagen Of America, Inc reported this safety recall on March 18, 2004. It covers about 172,866 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 172,866
reported: Mar 18, 2004
owners notified: Jul 26, 2004
related complaints: 139

Electrical system

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: A fire could originate in the left dashboard area.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 04V133000

Affected vehicles

Audi A6 1998-2004 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004
Audi Allroad 2001-2004 2001 2002 2003 2004
Audi RS6 2003 2003
Audi S6 1998-2004 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 139 complaints about electrical problems.

2001 Audi A6 2002 Audi A6 2003 Audi A6 2004 Audi A6 2001 Audi Allroad 2002 Audi Allroad 2003 Audi Allroad 2004 Audi Allroad 2003 Audi RS6 2001 Audi S6 2002 Audi S6 2003 Audi S6

Questions about recall 04V133000

Is there a recall on the 1998-2004 Audi A6, Audi Allroad and others electrical system?

Yes. Recall 04V133000, reported on March 18, 2004, covers about 172,866 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V133000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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