2019-2020 Audi A6 recall: starter assembly
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 19, 2020. It covers about 5,471 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,471
- reported
- Mar 19, 2020
- owners notified
- May 22, 2020
- related complaints
- 103
Electrical system: starter assembly
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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 number 20V153000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 103 complaints about electrical problems.
Questions about recall 20V153000
Is there a recall on the 2019-2020 Audi A6 starter assembly?
Yes. Recall 20V153000, reported on March 19, 2020, covers about 5,471 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 20V153000?
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.
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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