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2017-2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet recall: engine

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 16, 2017. It covers about 8,383 vehicles.

vehicles affected
8,383
reported
Aug 16, 2017
owners notified
Sep 19, 2017
related complaints
5

Engine and engine cooling: engine

What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet and A3 Sedan vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) software may misinterpret the flywheel rotation on engine start-up as a "knocking" condition, and the adjusted air/fuel mixture may result in an engine stall.
Risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. The recall began September 19, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24DF.

Recall number 17V508000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about engine problems.

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Questions about recall 17V508000

Is there a recall on the 2017-2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet engine?

Yes. Recall 17V508000, reported on August 16, 2017, covers about 8,383 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V508000?

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. The recall began September 19, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24DF.

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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