1999 Audi A6
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
9 recalls name the 1999 Audi A6. Newest first.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2000-2001 TT Roadster, 2000 TT Coupe, 1999 Audi A8, 1998-2000 Audi A6, and 1999-2000 Audi A4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag may not properly protect the occupant, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator when the parts become available, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed September 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BT.
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with halogen low beam headlights, certain connector pins in the headlight switch connector come into contact with each other causing a short circuit. note: vehicles with xenon low beam headlights are not affected because the circuit in these vehicles contains a fuse, which precludes excessive current flow in the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could lead to overheating or fire.
Remedy
Dealers will reroute the wiring harness by installing a jumper wiring harness. the recall began on december 16, 2006. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.8L, V6 5-valve engines, and automatic transmissions, while driving during extremely low ambient temperatures the throttle may freeze in an open position due to ice accumulating in the throttle body.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this occurs, the vehicle may fail to reduce speed when the driver lifts his/her foot from the gas pedal. this loss of vehicle control could result in a crash without warning.
Remedy
Audi will install a replacement throttle body kit free of charge. the recall began on october 29, 2004. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834. owners of vehicles which are not registered in the cold-weather states of alaska, colorado, connecticut, delaware, idaho, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, montana, nebraska, nevada, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, oregon, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, vermont, washington, wisconsin, and wyoming, will be notified of a service action, under which they will be provided the free remedy upon request.
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 and remedy
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.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. sulfur in fuel interacts with certain additives found in widely available gasoline causing sulfur to become deposited on the contact points of three fuel sending units mounted inside the fuel tank. this could cause the fuel gauge to read full while the fuel tank may not in fact be full or could be empty.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Running out of fuel without warning while the fuel gauge indicates that there IS sufficient fuel in the tank lead to safety problems.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the existing fuel level sending units and replace them with fuel level sending units using a new alloy composed of gold, silver, and a small amount of nickel, which will not chemically react with sulfur. vw/audi will also call back vehicles that were repaired under a previous recall last june in order to install the updated fuel sending units nhtsa 00v137/audi lb). owner notification began may 1, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact audi at 1-866-892-2834.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the tie rods of the steering assembly are protected on each side by a seal to prevent moisture and dust particles from entering the swivel bearing mechanism. it IS possible that some tie rod seals may not seal properly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If moisture and/or dust particles enter the swivel bearing mechanism, the swivel bearing could wear over time diminishing the steering control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tie rods.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the tie rods of the steering assembly are protected on each side by a seal to prevent moisture and dust particles from entering the swivel bearing mechanism. it IS possible that some tie rod seals may not seal properly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If moisture and/or dust particles enter the swivel bearing mechanism, the swivel bearing could wear over time diminishing the steering control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tie rods.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. a control valve in the vacuum hose connecting the brake booster to the intake manifold may not open or close fully at temperatures below -4 f under certain driving conditions.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could cause insufficient vacuum to be provided to the brake booster.
Remedy
Dealers will install a vacuum by-pass system into vehicles operated in these states which IS designed to provide sufficient vacuum for full brake assist under all weather conditions.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with quattro drive system which employs a fuel and fuel vapor leak detection system. if the vehicle IS refueled shortly after the engine IS started, and IS kept running while being refueled, the fuel vapor recovery system could produce sufficient back pressure to cause fuel to be ejected after a complete…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the presence of an ignition source, fuel spray could result in fire or possible personal injury.
Remedy
VW IS providing a new page for the owner's manual and also requesting owners to make an appointment with their dealers to have a label containing important refueling instructions installed inside of the fuel filler door. dealers will also remove the tire pressure label and replace it with a new label affixed to the fender well at the right rear door.
Owner complaints
217 complaints12 involved a crash23 involved a fire15 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1999 audi A6. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v056000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 audi A6. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v056000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The vin was invalid.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1999 audi A6. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v056000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repaired. Neither the dealer…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 audi A6. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v056000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Electrical system · Steering · Suspension
Takata recall I've had to replace a wheel bearing and axel 2X @ $550 each time. Car wouldn't align right, so I replaced the tires several times due to the wearing on one side. The calipers won't come off when changing the brakes and rotors. The automatic windows would randomly roll down sometimes…
Takata recall I've had to replace a wheel bearing and axel 2X @ $550 each time. Car wouldn't align right, so I replaced the tires several times due to the wearing on one side. The calipers won't come off when changing the brakes and rotors. The automatic windows would randomly roll down sometimes after it would rain, and wouldn't roll back up for several days. I fixed the turn signal and cruise control, but the problems with those returned after a couple weeks, and while I was driving the under cover/protector plastic broke off all over the road because the audi dealership apparently forgot to put it back on properly. This possibly allowed for the oil pan to hit the ground and crack, which a suspension problem was clearly part of that problem too. I took it in to see about a crack in the oil pan. They couldn't find it, but shortly thereafter, I drove to the movie store and when I got back to my car, it was no longer running. A puddle of oil was spilling out of it, and the the engine was shot. I had the car for about 2 years. I'm guessing that the problems stemmed from the what the car was recalled for.
- Service brakes · Vehicle speed control
While driving 60 mph on the freeway, the car accelerated on its own to 72 mph as if going into cruise control. confirmed the cruise control switch was turned off. applied the brakes seven times. car did not respond to braking. engine seemed to race against the brakes. I put the car in neutral…
While driving 60 mph on the freeway, the car accelerated on its own to 72 mph as if going into cruise control. confirmed the cruise control switch was turned off. applied the brakes seven times. car did not respond to braking. engine seemed to race against the brakes. I put the car in neutral, moved to side of the road. applied the hand brake. turned key off. car slowed then stopped. since this incident the car was test driven twice by mechanics, during which it seemed to operate normally. on january 27, 2015 the car was taken to the local dealer, bellevue audi, for diagnosis. awaiting results. *tr
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 audi A6. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, smoke and flames began to enter the vehicle through the air vents. The contact moved the vehicle over and extinguished the fire with a fire extinguisher. The contact stated that the passenger sustained burns to the…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 audi A6. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, smoke and flames began to enter the vehicle through the air vents. The contact moved the vehicle over and extinguished the fire with a fire extinguisher. The contact stated that the passenger sustained burns to the fingers. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for inspection and the cause of the fire was unknown. There was not a police or fire report filed. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 96,000. *Tr
- Power train · Suspension
Audi claims that transmission fluid and filter never needs to be changed, this IS not only incorrect, but this also causes transmission problems on a regular basis. this should not be told to the customer for it IS a lie just so the customer has constant transmission problems while audi racks in…
Audi claims that transmission fluid and filter never needs to be changed, this IS not only incorrect, but this also causes transmission problems on a regular basis. this should not be told to the customer for it IS a lie just so the customer has constant transmission problems while audi racks in the money. It IS a scam and it should be eliminated from potential and existing audi customers. no oil was ever made not to break down and not ever be changed. a new audi owner usually listens to the dealership about their cars, and usually don't change the fluids or filters, hence transmission break downs and expensive repairs. Scam *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system · Power train · Suspension
Have had nothing but problems with the audi A6 since inception. car started making a horrible noise that sounds like it IS coming from engine or transmission. car cannot pass emissions. engine smoking fluid IS pouring out of front of transmission. the car dealer: nalley audi in roswell, georgia. the car dealer nalley audi fraudulently took money from me and never repaired vehicle. *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic
My 1999 audi A6 2.8 has ABS control module failure. this appears to be a common problem among 1996 to 2001 audi's and vw's lack of anti-lock braking system control makes my vehicle unsafe. audi IS not willing to correct this problem. this problem affects a large number of vehicles.
- Tires
My wife was driving to work this morning when she had a tire blowout on the highway going 60mph. I met up with her to put the spare on and I was expecting a nail or something in the tire. When I inspected the tire I was surprised to notice a severe blowout on the rear passenger tire on the inside…
My wife was driving to work this morning when she had a tire blowout on the highway going 60mph. I met up with her to put the spare on and I was expecting a nail or something in the tire. When I inspected the tire I was surprised to notice a severe blowout on the rear passenger tire on the inside side wall of the tire from the tread to the rim. This IS concerning to me because we still had 40,000 miles left on the warranty and we still have the same brand/size on the other tires. I am worried that this may happen on the other tires. The brand of tire IS yokohama avid trz size: p205/55r16 89T. I know this tire IS not on the recall list, but I am suspect of this tire after this incident. *tr
- Service brakes, electric
ABS module failure, ABS system failed, ABS warning light on , alarm and brake warning light on. Common failure on this model bosch unit. *tr
- Vehicle speed control
1999 audi A6 quattro suddenly accelerated. I was pulling into a parking slot at maybe 5 mph, my foot was lightly pressing on the brake pedal, as I was nearly in the parking stall. The engine was at idle speed. as I coasted into the parking stall with my foot on the brake pedal the engine suddenly…
1999 audi A6 quattro suddenly accelerated. I was pulling into a parking slot at maybe 5 mph, my foot was lightly pressing on the brake pedal, as I was nearly in the parking stall. The engine was at idle speed. as I coasted into the parking stall with my foot on the brake pedal the engine suddenly and without any prior warning revved up to above 3000 rpm. The car lurched forward hitting the parking curb directly in front of me. I immediately applied more pressure to the brake pedal to keep the car from jumping over the curb, and shifted the gear selector into n. the engine then revved even higher, at which point I turned off the key. with the key off, I moved the gear selector to p, and restarted the engine. the vehicle then ran idled at normal speed, and drove normally to my home about 1/4 mile away. I'm afraid to drive the vehicle. this IS the second time this has happened; the first time it happened was as I was coasting to a stop at a red traffic light. again my foot was on the brake and the engine was returning to idle speed. As I approached the intersection the engine revved causing me to coast through the intersection before being able to bring the vehicle to a full stop, again by applying strong breaking force. I then put the transmission in n and the engine revved higher, so I switched off the key. Thankfully the other vehicles had already cleared the intersection and there was no collision. when I restarted the vehicle, it idled and drove as normal again. the outside temperature was above 45 degrees fahrenheit and the pavement was dry in both cases. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling
Catalytic converters (2 front) need to be replaced. and the check engine light IS on steady, indicates engine misfire. *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic · Vehicle speed control
Driving home tonight my car all of a sudden started accelerating (i drive an audi A6 1999). Using the brakes I was able to slow it down enough to get off the freeway though my brakes seemed to be fighting against the car. I rolled through two stop signs as my car would not stop and luckily…
Driving home tonight my car all of a sudden started accelerating (i drive an audi A6 1999). Using the brakes I was able to slow it down enough to get off the freeway though my brakes seemed to be fighting against the car. I rolled through two stop signs as my car would not stop and luckily avoiding the other cars waiting there I was able to put my car in park and turn off the engine. I waited ten minutes or so and tried starting my car. The engine revved to 4 to 5000 rpms so, I quickly shut it off again. I waited again, tried it once more and the car started fine. I drove home, called the dealership and was told I could be seen on 02/14/11. four days from now. this IS the second time this has happened. *Tr
- Vehicle speed control
On the morning of november 20, 2010, I was pulling in to a parking space at the local library, approximately 10 minutes from my home. as I was making the turn to pull into the parking space, I heard the engine rev, and the car accelerated as though the cruise control had "kicked in" and my brake…
On the morning of november 20, 2010, I was pulling in to a parking space at the local library, approximately 10 minutes from my home. as I was making the turn to pull into the parking space, I heard the engine rev, and the car accelerated as though the cruise control had "kicked in" and my brake would not stop the car. rather than hit a car that was parked in front of my parking space, I turned the vehicle to go up a curb and hit a tree. once the tree stopped the car, I was able to put the car in reverse, back down off the curb, put the car in park, and pull out the key. oil was pouring out of the vehicle and it had to be towed to my home, was examined by my insurance company, and was written off as a total loss. *tr
- Service brakes, electric
ABS warning started flashing infrequently. ABS control module failed completely. dealership diagnosed that ABS module has failed. *tr
- Electrical system
Smoke erupted through vent system. Pulled car to side of road and family of 4 evacuated. Within 90 seconds, the dash erupted into flames. Interior/dash etc. Was totally destroyed. Motor compartment untouched by fire. Seems to have occurred in electrical system. Have pictures of fire and fire dept response. *Tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic
I have a 1999 audi A6 quattro -- ABS unit light flashes, diagnosed as a defective control unit. this appears to be a very common problem with audi and VW and a serious safety issue. *Tr
- Seats
The seats have the option to be heated. The heat got so hot it burned seat, and a pillow that was on the seat, destroying both the pillow and the seat filling the car with a smokey film. The smell was so bad it filled the car and garage. *cn
- Electrical system
While driving my audi A6 avant quattro, smoke began coming out of the drivers side dash vent. I stopped the car as soon as I safely could and called 911, as soon as I was out of the vehicle the smoke became worse and flames began rolling out of the dash area. the fire was extinguished almost…
While driving my audi A6 avant quattro, smoke began coming out of the drivers side dash vent. I stopped the car as soon as I safely could and called 911, as soon as I was out of the vehicle the smoke became worse and flames began rolling out of the dash area. the fire was extinguished almost immediately with a fire extinguisher which a nearby resident luckily had handy. by viewing this fire at close range I am certain that the vehicle would have been completely engulfed within minutes. the fire department used a heat sensing tool to determine that the source of the fire or hotspot was very near the fuse box behind the headlight switch. they cut the dash apart to be sure the fire was completely out. I had no warning of this malfunction and am just thankful that I was able to get away from the vehicle as quickly as I did. *Tr
- Vehicle speed control
Car: 1999 audi avant wagon 1. the car was left outside during the winter of 2008/9 and unused for several months. in sprint of 2009, the car was jump started and this IS when the problems started occurring. 2. regardless of cold weather, the car will accelerate. more specifically, when…
Car: 1999 audi avant wagon 1. the car was left outside during the winter of 2008/9 and unused for several months. in sprint of 2009, the car was jump started and this IS when the problems started occurring. 2. regardless of cold weather, the car will accelerate. more specifically, when the gas pedal IS released, the car will not decelerate. this means the car will propel itself forward. without depressing the gas pedal, the car will sometimes achieve a speed of 40-45 mph. by pushing the pedal down and releasing it quickly (pumping the pedal), the throttle will release and the car will come back down to idle speed. this occurs not every time but approximate 1 out of 10 times that the car IS driven. 3. the tube that leads to the throttle, the accelerator cable, and the throttle body have all been replaced. there IS a recall on the throttle body on this car related to this specific issue but the recall IS only based on very cold ambient weather. I am experiencing this issue during warm weather also. the mechanic now thinks this IS due the electronic control module (ecm). *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
All of a sudden my ABS light came on in my 1999 audi A6, and the brake light started flashing. I had a full loss of my ABS brakes on icy winter roads. I eventually slid off the road and hit a fence. The ABS control module on my car had failed, and I've read posts of several hundreds other having…
All of a sudden my ABS light came on in my 1999 audi A6, and the brake light started flashing. I had a full loss of my ABS brakes on icy winter roads. I eventually slid off the road and hit a fence. The ABS control module on my car had failed, and I've read posts of several hundreds other having the same problem. In my car it IS a constant error, and no-one but audi can fix the problem. I also contacted audi, which claims that the ABS system disabling IS not a safety concern. When there's a chance that your ABS (something you've relied on for years) suddenly shuts down because of a way too common error, it IS a major safety concern. I was lucky I only got some dents to my car, but if audi had recalled these I wouldn't have had to get repairs done to my car. Unfortunately someone will probably have to die before this safety concern IS taken seriously and audi will do a recall. *Tr
- Electrical system
During normal use and driving ABS, brake light and the air bag light comes on. Erratic at first then steady. Diagnosis: ABS controller failure. During period of failure vehicle operates but without automatic braking system. this appears to be a common concern after conducting a quick internet search. Mechanic states this IS common. *Tr
- Visibility
Washer fluid reservoir leak. *Tr
- Service brakes, electric
I drive a 1999 audi A6 avant which IS our primary family car. while driving the car one day, the car's ABS warning indicator light comes on and stays illuminated until the car IS shut off. at the same time the red brake warning light flashes on and off until the car IS turned off. this same…
I drive a 1999 audi A6 avant which IS our primary family car. while driving the car one day, the car's ABS warning indicator light comes on and stays illuminated until the car IS shut off. at the same time the red brake warning light flashes on and off until the car IS turned off. this same thing happens every time the car IS turned on. Despite the flashing warning lights, the brakes operated normally on dry pavement. however, on wet, snowy pavement the ABS did not work when braking for a stop. I called the audi dealer to make an appointment for this problem (and other issues) because I was concerned about the safety of the brakes especially during the winter. the person I spoke with at the audi dealership did not sound alarmed or very concerned about the warning lights for the ABS and the brake. I asked again about the safety issue, and the person said I would be fine and made an appointment for me for two and a half weeks later. we drove the car carefully for the next two and a half weeks until our appointment at audi. before even looking at the car, audi service desk said that the warning lights were probably, more than likely the ABS control module. I was told it would cost $975 to replace the ABS control module. I didn't have the dealership replace that ABS module yet because I needed other repairs first. after researching the ABS control module online and after talking to a few people I realize that IS a very common problem for this make and model car and for other audi cars but there IS no recall campaign in effect for the batch of faulty ABS modules. I live in minnesota where there IS potential to be snow 5 months out of the year. I bought this car used because of all the safety features that are useful in snowy weather. to have the ABS not functioning properly and then to realize that this IS a common problem in this make of car seems to me to be a safety issue that should be addressed by the manufacture. audi should recall the ABS module. Thanks. *Tr
- Electrical system
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 audi A6. while driving 65 mph, the contact smelled a toxic odor from the driver's side of the vehicle. he noticed green smoke coming from the vents and pulled the vehicle over. the smoke from all four of the vents turned into flames. the contact exited the vehicle and…
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 audi A6. while driving 65 mph, the contact smelled a toxic odor from the driver's side of the vehicle. he noticed green smoke coming from the vents and pulled the vehicle over. the smoke from all four of the vents turned into flames. the contact exited the vehicle and the fire department was called and filed a report. the vehicle was towed to a salvage yard and the vehicle was inspected to determine the cause of the fire. the vehicle was destroyed. the contact sustained minor injuries and had to go to the hospital. the failure and current mileages were 9,000.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Driver's side dash fire
Volkswagen of america, inc. (Voa) conducted a safety recall (nhtsa recall number 04v133) to add a plastic cover to the top section of the knee bolster crossmember to prevent contact with the headlight switch wiring harness.the scope of the original recall covered model years 1998 through 2004 with vehicle production…
Volkswagen of america, inc. (Voa) conducted a safety recall (nhtsa recall number 04v133) to add a plastic cover to the top section of the knee bolster crossmember to prevent contact with the headlight switch wiring harness.the scope of the original recall covered model years 1998 through 2004 with vehicle production dates of august 1997 through december 2004.the office of defects investigation has received nine complaints alleging that after having the recall remedy performed, a fire started in the driver's side dashboard area.voa reports that if the plastic cover IS not installed properly by the dealers, the headlight switch wiring harness could continue to contact the crossmember, resulting in a short and/or fire in the driver's side dashboard area.voa will conduct a new safety recall to add an additional (and larger) cover over both the knee bolster crossmember and the plastic cover assembly installed in the first recall.all of the nhtsa complaints and all but 3 voa claims are for my 1998 through my 2000.voa reports that beginning in my 2001, audi extended the time for the deburring process of the crossmember.voa was not able to verify the cause of fire in the my 2001 and later vehicles due to either extensive fire damage or other reason.the rate of fire occurrence IS significantly less for the my 2001 and later vehicles. The recall covers model years 1998 through 2000 with vehicle production dates of august 1997 through may 2000.voa will recall 66358 my 1998-2000 audi A6, A6 avant, S6, and S6 avant vehicles.odi IS aware of a total of 59 warranty, field and consumer reports for these vehicles.the recall IS identified by nhtsa number 06v-198.
- Stuck-open throttle
Vwoa has recalled approximately 28,300 my 1998-99 A6 vehicles in cold weather states that experienced the highest rate of throttle icing incidents in the subject vehicles (04v-495).the failure rate in the A4 and passat vehicles IS much lower than in the recalled vehicles.odi will continue to monitor the experience in…
Vwoa has recalled approximately 28,300 my 1998-99 A6 vehicles in cold weather states that experienced the highest rate of throttle icing incidents in the subject vehicles (04v-495).the failure rate in the A4 and passat vehicles IS much lower than in the recalled vehicles.odi will continue to monitor the experience in the A4 and passat vehicles.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists for the audi A4 or VW passat vehicles.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by a change in circumstances. For further details see the attached closing report.
- Stuck-open throttle
Complaints received by odi and audi allege that, in extreme cold weather, the throttle may unexpectedly fail to return to idle when the accelerator pedal IS released, making it difficult to stop the vehicle.in march of 2004, audi performed a series of tests to investigate the possible causes of throttle icing.audi…
Complaints received by odi and audi allege that, in extreme cold weather, the throttle may unexpectedly fail to return to idle when the accelerator pedal IS released, making it difficult to stop the vehicle.in march of 2004, audi performed a series of tests to investigate the possible causes of throttle icing.audi concluded that under certain driving conditions - only short distance trips over several weeks where coolant temperature remains below 70?C (158?F) - water may accumulate in the motor oil. Water that has accumulated in the motor oil will evaporate after the engine oil temperature exceeds 70?C (158?F) and could, within 15 to 20 minutes of driving at a constant speed with an outside temperature below -20?C (-4OF), cause ice to form in the throttle body.according to audi, this condition occurs at relatively low throttle settings and results in throttle sticking at positions that can be controlled by braking.during typical vehicle usage (mixture of short and long distance driving) this phenomenon IS not expected to occur.this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis.
- Drivers side dash fire
The subject vehicles are equipped with a knee bolster located under the dash, near the drivers knees.a wiring harness IS also located in the dash, in that same area.audi's analysis of 39 vehicles indicated that the knee bolster was rubbing against that wiring harness.over time the harness sheathing wears away and the…
The subject vehicles are equipped with a knee bolster located under the dash, near the drivers knees.a wiring harness IS also located in the dash, in that same area.audi's analysis of 39 vehicles indicated that the knee bolster was rubbing against that wiring harness.over time the harness sheathing wears away and the wires come into contact with the metal knee bolster, resulting in a fire. Audi will conduct a safety recall on an expanded scope of audi A6 vehicles, to add a plastic cap to the top of the knee bolster bracket, which will prevent abrasion to the wiring harness. Audi will recall 186,000 my 1998-2004 audi A6 vehicles.odi IS aware of a total of 24 warranty, field and consumer reports for these vehicles.the recall IS identified by nhtsa number 04v-133.
- Drivers side dashboard fire
Of the 22 total complaints, 11 were received for the 1999 model year and 11 for the 2000 model year. Audi IS conducting testing to determine the origin and cause of the fire.
- Steering wheel heater overheats
This pe was opened based on four odi complaints that the steering wheel overheats. VW has shown that moisture and prespiration permeate the steering wheel cover causing the heating element to corrode.this corrosion may cause a small, localized area of the steering wheel to experience a brief duration of…
This pe was opened based on four odi complaints that the steering wheel overheats. VW has shown that moisture and prespiration permeate the steering wheel cover causing the heating element to corrode.this corrosion may cause a small, localized area of the steering wheel to experience a brief duration of overheating.there are no reports of the steering wheel sustaining combustion. The investigation has found no occurrences of severe burning and no consumers required medical attention. A safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly this investigation IS closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.
- Brake and clutch pedal bracket
- Fuel expulsion
By letter dated march 22, 1999, volkswagen notified nhtsa that it would take safety recall action to correct the spitback problem on all the subject vehicles.based on the manufacturer's recall action (odi 99v-058), this investigation IS closed.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10251027Tightening wheel bolts
- 10250950Tightening wheel bolts
- 10249085Google Maps Street View (NVLW))
- 10249054Due to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be available in the State of Minnesota.
- 10243930This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
- 10243787Audi Elsa Newsletter
- 10243780Audi Elsa Newsletter
- 10231130Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants
- 10216682Engine oils that meet Audi Oil Quality Standards.
- 10216662Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.
- 10216656Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.
- 10216638If the vehicle?s engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is possible that small pieces of metal debris resulting from the mechanical problem may have become deposited in the intake manifold, air intake hoses, exhaust manifolds, exhaust down-pipes, turbocharger, supercharger, and/or intercooler. If these pieces are not removed prior to the installation and operation of the replacement engine, the pieces may be drawn into the combustion chamber, which can cause a knocking noise and subsequent serious engine damage.
- 10164518This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.
- 10163501This communication is issued to remind dealers of the repair validation process for repair group 19. 2005-2019 A3, 1996-2019 A4, 2008-2019 A5, 1992-2019 A6, 2012-2019 A7, 1997-2019 A8, 2019 E-Tron, 2015-2019 Q3, 2010-2019 Q5, 2007-2019 Q7, 2019 Q8, 2000-2019 TT, 2008-2018 R8
- 10161273This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). 2008-2021A3, 2015-2021A3 Cabrio, 2005-2016 A3 Sportback, 1999-2021 A4, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 1999-2012 A4 Avant, 2003-2009 A4 Cabrio, 2010-2021 A5 Cabrio, 2008-2021 A5 Coupe, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 1999-2021A6, 1999-2011A6 Avant, 2008-2020 A7, 1999-2021 A8, 2008-2019 e-tron, 2019-2021 e-tron quattro, 2015-2021 Q3, 2009-2021 Q5, 2007-2021 Q7, 2019 Q8, 2008-2020 R8 Coupe, 2011-2020 R8 Spyder, 2017-2019 RS3, 2007-2008 RS4, 2008 RS4 Cabrio, 2010-2021 RS5, 2010-2020 RS5 Cabrio, 2016-2018 RS6, 2016-2018 RS7, 2004-2012 S4, 2004-2009 S4 Cabrio, 2010-2021 S5 Cabrio, 2008-2021 S5 Coupe, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2007-2021 S6, 2008-2020 S7, 2007-2009 S8, 2018-2021 SQ5, 2000-2021 TT Coupe, 2001-2021 TT Roadster, 2012 TT/RS Coupe
- 10155644This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
- 10128399Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 14-50 dated June 20, 2014. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
- 10128350This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change.
- 10128222Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified two US based suppliers to support dealers in USA and Canada.
- 10128009This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt.
- 10127856This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light lens.
- 10124898This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees. This notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin.
- 10124751Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-46 dated December 9, 2013. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment.
- 10124690This document contains information on the Audi side assist update.
- 10123901Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 11-19 dated April 8, 2011. This TSB contains information on technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center
- 10123882Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 11-19 dated February 10, 2011. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
- 10123764Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 15-61 dated July 7, 2015. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
- 10123713Vehicle will not communicate with diagnostic scan tool or emissions test equipment. Customers may have issues with vehicle passing state IM emissions test programs because the scan tool cannot communicate with the vehicle. ABS and/or brake lamp(s) will be illuminated in IP cluster. Broken ground bond wire within the ABS module (ABS 5.3 system) causes diagnostic communication issues with the ABS module, ECM, and TCM. Brake system and ABS system functionality are not affected by the broken ground circuit. This bulletin only addresses the communication issue (broken ground circuit) between the vehicle and the diagnostic scan tool described above. This bulletin does not address any subsequent vehicle diagnostic system issues that may exist. OBD system works normally; emission or diagnostic critical malfunctions will be indicated by MIL illumination. ABS system is not functionally affected by the broken ground circuit.
- 10123656Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 13-29 dated November 15, 2013. The fuel tank has been removed from the vehicle and must be neutralized before shipment or disposal. When the fuel tank in a vehicle is replaced, the original tank must be properly flushed to neutralize the remaining gasoline or diesel fuel.
- 10123587Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-35 dated March 25, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
- 10122766Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 11-52 dated October 11, 2011. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake light lens. Damp air settles on the inside of a cold lens, which creates condensation. The headlight circulation system allows air from the outside to flow through the headlights. This open waterprotected ventilation system (needed for pressure compensation) creates different climate zones in the headlight: very warm areas, where the lens is warmed up by the light, and relatively cool areas, where the lens is cooled own by the air flow. Considerable differences in humidity and temperature between the inside and the outside of the headlights, even while driving, can lead to condensation. This is especially true in cold and wet weather, but it can also happen after a car wash, after steam cleaning the engine or the front end, with overnight temperature changes, etc. This phenomenon is more visible on lenses made of clear glass than on lenses with patterns. The moisture does not affect the headlight function (light performance) and does not lead to corrosion or other damage to headlight parts.
- 10122524Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 14-61 dated May 1, 2014. Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
- 10122415Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-41 dated June 20, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
- 10121408Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should not be used to apply torque to wheel bolts. Always use a calibrated torque wrench to attain the correct wheel bolt torque and follow the proper wheel tightening procedure as outlined in Elsa. Proper use of a calibrated torque wrench ensures that all wheel bolts are tightened equally and reduces the chances of repeat repairs. Using methods other than a calibrated torque wrench to attain correct wheel bolt torque may lead to problems.
- 10121365Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 10-14 dated August 10, 2010. Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the lighter element will not automatically release once the heating process has completed. As a result, the socket can become inoperative when used as a power outlet.
- 10121324Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 10 number 10-02 dated September 14, 2010. Prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed. If the vehicle's engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is possible that small pieces of metal debris resulting from the mechanical problem may have become deposited in the intake manifold, air intake hoses, exhaust manifolds, exhaust down-pipes, turbocharger, supercharger, and/or intercooler. If these pieces are not removed prior to the installation and operation of the replacement engine, the pieces may be drawn into the combustion chamber, which can cause a knocking noise and subsequent serious engine damage.
- 10120682Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-69 dated February 14, 2013. Noises and inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase. The customer may misinterpret these symptoms as engine misfiring. This bulletin applies only to non-diesel engines.
- 10120003Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-92 dated October 24, 2012. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake light lens.
- 10119956Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-69 dated November 4, 2014. The following message appears on the MMI display: "Device or cable type not supported". The AMI cable being used is a genuine Audi-branded cable with an Audi part number (see Required Parts and Tools for a list of valid part numbers). The "Device or cable type not supported" message may be displayed when an incorrect AMI cable type is connected to the MMI system. Only cables with an Audi part number (i.e., 4F0.XXX.XXX) are supported by the MMI system. Volkswagen-branded cables look similar, but are not guaranteed to work with Audi MMI systems. The label on the end of an Audi-branded cable has an Audi logo and Audi part number. Audi-branded cables have unique firmware inside the hardware that can determine which MMI system and iOS device are connected to the cable. Volkswagen cables do not have this firmware. The firmware is required to allow the system to function normally due to the different technology available in the different MMI systems and in the different iPhones and iPod Touch devices. In addition, the AMI system was designed to play the music stored locally on the connected device only. Music streaming (from Spotify or Pandora, for example) is not supported, and music stored in the cloud (on Google Play, Amazon Prime, or iTunes Match/iCloud, for example) may drop out, pause, and skip when played.
- 10119946Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 13-35 dated January 9, 2013. This bulletin lists engine oils that meet Audi oil quality standards (VW 501 01, 502 00, 505 00, 505 01, and 504 00/507 00).
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