2003 Audi A6
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
7 recalls name the 2003 Audi A6. Newest first.
Volkswagen IS recalling certain model year 2001-2004 audi A6, model year 2002-2003 S6 and model year 2003 RS6 vehicles equipped with 4.2L engines and manufactured from june 19, 2001, through june 8, 2004. the aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. the recall IS expected to begin during june 2011. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Volkswagen IS recalling 68,240 my 2001-2004 audi A6 quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7L, 2.8L, or 3.0L engines and my 2001-2005 allroad quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7L or 4.2L engines. the aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve nipple may lead…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. the recall began on june 27, 2008. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
On certain vehicles equipped with 1.8L turbo, 2.8L V6, or 3.0L engines, a change in the electrical motor components in the fuel pump can lead to an inoperative fuel pump and, ultimately, stoppage of fuel supply to the engine causing it to stall.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If fuel flow to the engine IS interrupted, the vehicle could stall without warning and thus present a potential risk of crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install new fuel pumps free of charge. the recall began on september 28, 20007. owners may contact VW at 1-800-222-8987 or audi at 1-800-822-2834. this recall IS a supplement to a previous campaign (please see 06v017).
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 vehicles produced from september 2002 - march 2003, equipped with 1.8L turbo, 2.8L V6, or 3.0L engines, a change in the electrical motor components in the fuel pump can lead to an inoperative fuel pump and, ultimately, stoppage of fuel supply to the engine causing it to stall.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If fuel flow to the engine IS interrupted, the vehicle could stall without warning and thus present a potential risk of crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install new fuel pumps free of charge. the recall began on april 10, 2006. owners may contact VW at 1-800-222-8987 or audi at 1-800-822-2834.
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.
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 3-spoke sport steering wheels, it IS possible that the igniter for the driver's side air bag may not have been properly assembled.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An improperly positioned igniter will not activate the air bag in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the air bags. owner notification began november 18, 2002. owners should contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Owner complaints
66 complaints1 involved a crash5 involved a fire1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel/propulsion system
The gas tank or components of the tank are leaking gas when more than a small amount of gas IS put into the tank. gas leaks all over the ground from the tank and the cabin fills with gas fumes. my 18 son has been driving this car and I will not allow him or anyone else to drive the car now.…
The gas tank or components of the tank are leaking gas when more than a small amount of gas IS put into the tank. gas leaks all over the ground from the tank and the cabin fills with gas fumes. my 18 son has been driving this car and I will not allow him or anyone else to drive the car now. after reading online that many people have this same problem, I am shocked that this IS not a recall when it could be potentially life threatening and that audi wants to charge 3K to lower the tank and repair.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2003 audi A6. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the failure occurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer and the crankshaft sensor was replaced, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 audi A6. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the failure occurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer and the crankshaft sensor was replaced, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not taken back to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was contacted, but was unable to assist. The failure mileage was 149,000.
- Engine
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 audi A6. The contact stated while driving at various speeds on the highway, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not contacted and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 149,000. The vin was not available.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Check engine light on, vehicle will not pass emissions testing. audi determined that it was due to a fuel leak from a crack in the passenger side rear rollover valve. Vehicle had been recalled in past for similar issue (performed). Tank has 4 rollover valves, only one (front driver) included in…
Check engine light on, vehicle will not pass emissions testing. audi determined that it was due to a fuel leak from a crack in the passenger side rear rollover valve. Vehicle had been recalled in past for similar issue (performed). Tank has 4 rollover valves, only one (front driver) included in prior recall. Initial quoted $3,300 to replace tank. Audi offered to pay for replacement tank with the exception of ~$600 (repair order attached). repair completed on 2/23/2017, car passes state inspection. As you can see by the "staining" in the attached photo, the leak was significant dealer then calls to say that car needs to be returned to perform prior recall on the newly installed tank. recall to be performed on only the one rollover valve (driver front) that can be accessed with out removing fuel tank. not the valve that was leaking and necessitated the replacement. I requested that audi perform recall on all 4 rollover valves as they installed a knowingly defective part and the risk of another crack/leak exists. dealer says audi refuses. I have made several calls to both dealer and audi with no response from audi beyond a conversation with customer service. check engine light back on 5/08/2017. Emailed dealer on 5/11/2017 (attached pdf) with my request (again), and have received no contact from audi. returning car to dealer for recall on the one rollover valve on 7/12/17. audi IS putting this car back on the road with the strong potential of a fuel leak.
- Steering · Suspension
I was driving in light rain and saw a small puddle of water ahead so I slowed down and went through it at 10mph, all of the sudden my steering wheel locks up and IS stuck going right, grinding noise came from the front drivers wheel. I somehow managed to get the vehical to a fire station and park…
I was driving in light rain and saw a small puddle of water ahead so I slowed down and went through it at 10mph, all of the sudden my steering wheel locks up and IS stuck going right, grinding noise came from the front drivers wheel. I somehow managed to get the vehical to a fire station and park it there after 30M and only going 20FT then all of a sudden while I'm pressing the gas peddle the horrible grinding noise comes back and the car goes no where in drive or reverse.
- Unknown or other
Sunroof exploded while traveling on the freeway.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2003 audi A6. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a puddle of fuel in the driveway. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rollover valve had a crack, causing the fuel tank to leak. The vehicle was repaired per a recall…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 audi A6. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a puddle of fuel in the driveway. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rollover valve had a crack, causing the fuel tank to leak. The vehicle was repaired per a recall, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired again. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The recall information was not provided. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.
- Fuel system, other
I have 2003 audi A6 quattro 4.2 l. I had in shop for rear brakes and mechanic noted fuel leaking/dripping from front drivers side of plastic fuel tank. I did internet search and found recall campaign 11v267000 and many complaints regarding similar leaks. I verified manufacture date 4/3/(2002 or…
I have 2003 audi A6 quattro 4.2 l. I had in shop for rear brakes and mechanic noted fuel leaking/dripping from front drivers side of plastic fuel tank. I did internet search and found recall campaign 11v267000 and many complaints regarding similar leaks. I verified manufacture date 4/3/(2002 or 2003?) from vehicle which falls in window covered by recall of units manufactured between june 19, 2001 through june 8, 2004. I contacted audi america and eventually spoke with xxxx at [xxx]. She assured me that my car was either not subject to the recall or had been fixed. I told her I was the owner of the car at the time of the recall ( may 2011) and my car had not been fixed. She robotically repeated that my car had either been fixed or not part of the recall. I asked her to verify that it had been fixed and she said they have no records to show that. She said I could contact the dealer that originally sold the car. I said why would a dealer in wisconsin who sold the car in 2003 have any records regarding a recall issued in 20011 when I owned the car? She was silent. I asked for a list of all vins in the recall. She said she could not give me that. She agreed to send me a "range" of affected vin's. She said they might be able to help me out but I need to have and evaluation done at my expense at an audi dealer to determine what IS wrong. I said I know what IS wring, it IS leaking gas from the rollover valve connection on the tank and reported all over the internet in audi forums etc. I have made an appointment with audi for 31 october min 1 hr labor at $110/hr to evaluate my leak. this recall needs to be enforced and audi needs to be held accountable for their evasive responses. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Electrical system · Power train
Failed ct emissions test. check engine light illuminated. confirmed code to be p0741. informed by authorized technician that the torque converter requires replacement. *tr
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling · Fuel system, gasoline
At times when driving the car the acceleration becomes slow and it stalls with a jerk like it's going to just stop also, when the car IS put in reverse gear it will not move. I am stuck. The prnd flashing on the dashboard. I become afraid because this can cause serious accidents.
- Fuel system, gasoline
TL* the contact owns a 2003 audi A6. The contact stated that the service engine warning light illuminated. The contact mentioned a loud noise coming from the front of the vehicle intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who reset the codes but the failure recurred. The vehicle…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 audi A6. The contact stated that the service engine warning light illuminated. The contact mentioned a loud noise coming from the front of the vehicle intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who reset the codes but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the authorized dealer who indicated that the engine mount needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. In addition, the contact stated while driving 60 mph, smoke started to emit from the engine complartment. The contact mentioned that the fire had consumed and burned through the hood around to the front drivers side of the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle and the fire department was able to extinguish the fire. A police report was filed. No injuries had been sustained. The contact was not notified of nhtsa campaign ID number: 11v267000 (fuel system, other), nhtsa campaign ID number: 07v375000 (fuel system, gasoline) and nhtsa campaign ID number: 08v157000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was destroyed. The contact was awaiting an insurance adjustor to inspect the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 87,434. updated 08/25/14*lj updated 09/5/2014 *js
- Electrical system
The fire started under dashboard as I was driving. I stopped the car in the middle of the road and quickly jumped out the car when saw a flame. This was the most freighting experience in my life. *tr
- Electrical system · Engine
On may 3, 2013, I was driving on the expressway at approximately 10mph. Suddenly, I began smelling smoke. I thought the smoke was coming from nearby trucks. however, soon after, smoke was profusely coming through my glove compartment. I pulled over, turned the car off, and exited the car. About…
On may 3, 2013, I was driving on the expressway at approximately 10mph. Suddenly, I began smelling smoke. I thought the smoke was coming from nearby trucks. however, soon after, smoke was profusely coming through my glove compartment. I pulled over, turned the car off, and exited the car. About 5 minutes later, this vehicle engulfed in flames, beginning with the hood! the wind shield then shattered approximately 3 minutes later. by this time, the fire department arrived and battled the fire approximately 20 minutes. there was no previous sign that car service was necessary. furthermore, according to the dealer and dmv, 3 months ago, there was a clean emissions at the time of purchase. *tr
- Power train
Torque converter disengages and power / rpm surge occurs. *tr
- Exterior lighting · Service brakes, hydraulic · Vehicle speed control
Car brake lights are on all the time and it reves all the time. *tr
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2003 audi A6 2.7 quattro. The contact stated while traveling 20 mph the ABS system activated causing the vehicle to veer to the left. The vehicle was able to be driven to the contact's home. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 89,000 and the current mileage was 90,500.
- Power train
Transmission started to shudder and sometimes the transmission does not goes to neutral when the car IS stopped, engine revs and it IS difficult to stop. Prnd display on dashboard IS blinking. Check engine light IS on. Fault code shows failure on transmission control module. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Filling thank more than 2 quarters will start spilling gas, the fumes are coming from the top of the gas thank, driver side, under the rear seat. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
TL* the contact owns a 2003 audi A6. The contact was driving 55 mph when the vehicle started to shudder decelerated abnormally. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who advised the contact that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign ID number: 07v375000…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 audi A6. The contact was driving 55 mph when the vehicle started to shudder decelerated abnormally. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who advised the contact that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign ID number: 07v375000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump) but was advised by the dealer that the vin was not included in the recall. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 109,000. ...update 01/20/12 *bf updated 02/03/12*jb
- Fuel system, gasoline
On december 18, 2011 I was driving down the road and my vehicle stalled. I had my car towed to the local audi dealer and was told that it needed a new fuel pump. I conducted an internet search and discovered that my audi had been part of a recall and I asked the local dealer if the recall…
On december 18, 2011 I was driving down the road and my vehicle stalled. I had my car towed to the local audi dealer and was told that it needed a new fuel pump. I conducted an internet search and discovered that my audi had been part of a recall and I asked the local dealer if the recall repair had ever been conducted, they told me that my vehicle was not part of a recall. they told me that only audi A-4'S were part of the recall. however, the nhtsa website shows a letter dated july 23, 2007 sent from volkswagen of america, inc. (Parent company of audi of america, inc.) to [xxx] of nhtsa notifying nhtsa that VW of america IS recalling and replacing fuel pumps on VW passat's, audi A-4'S and audi A-6'S, additionally, the letter listed a range of vin's for effected audi A6'S that included my vin. in the aforementioned letter, VW of america told nhtsa that 'any subject vehicle that IS presented for service to an authorized volkswagen/audi dealer will be repaired free of charge. Could someone please assist me in causing VW of america to do what they told nhtsa they were going to do? VW of america never notified me of the safety issue or of the recall, and when I presented this information to the dealer they still refused to pay for the repair. audi endangered me and likely other consumers by never informing us of the recall and I have been forced to pay over $500 to repair a part that was part of a recall and would be repaired free of charge. could you please assist me in collecting my funds from audi? additionally, I believe they should be subject to significant penalties and fines for deceiving nhtsa. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6).*tr
- Electrical system
Brake light switch failure. had it fixed, but the problems seems to be not in the brake light switch itself, but the wiring or sockets to the switch. Used same switch, but soon as car IS turned off and turned back on, switch tends to work only for a couple of days and ABS system shows up again…
Brake light switch failure. had it fixed, but the problems seems to be not in the brake light switch itself, but the wiring or sockets to the switch. Used same switch, but soon as car IS turned off and turned back on, switch tends to work only for a couple of days and ABS system shows up again with no brakes lights at all. took to audi dealer in which they said that there has been many problems within this system. But to totally fix the problem would run anywhere from 700.00 to 1200 dollars on a 35.00 to 45.00 part. No brakes could lead to serious accidents not knowing that your brakes lights are actually out. please please recall this issue on all audi's.
- Service brakes, electric
Faulty ABS module. *tr
- Electrical system
2003 A6 quattro avant 3.0 car ran fine driving to work. When leaving at end of day, started car and it ran very rough I decided to reverse back into parking space and at that point noted smoke coming from under hood (car had run for approximately 20 seconds). Turned off engine, opened hood, and…
2003 A6 quattro avant 3.0 car ran fine driving to work. When leaving at end of day, started car and it ran very rough I decided to reverse back into parking space and at that point noted smoke coming from under hood (car had run for approximately 20 seconds). Turned off engine, opened hood, and found the drivers side rear coil pack burning. Extinguished flame using a baseball cap to smother it out. Coil pack continued to smoke and reignite due to burning inside coil pack. Jammed screwdriver into pack to root out flame. Had car towed to audi dealer - awaiting repair. There IS an active recall campaign for bad coil packs (28F2 / J1) - recall states check engine light may come on and car will run rough, further recommends returing vehicle to dealer at that time. There IS apparently two ways the pack can fail - a fault on the high voltage end just bypasses the spark to the engine block causing a misfire. A fault at the low voltage end results in a short and most likely a fire. This potential for fire IS understated by audi and shoud be clearly identified in the recall campaign to ensure the right urgency IS placed on this issue. The fact IS, I was able to react and extiguish the fire, had this occured in other circumstances the car would most likely have completely burned. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline · Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
January 15, 2011 re: defective investigation pe08008 audi 2003 A6 leaking fuel from gas tank assembly attached, please find evidence I reported my fuel tank leaked fuel to a los angeles audi dealer. I bought the car in 2006 with 66,000 miles and remains with no damage history. in 2008, fuel…
January 15, 2011 re: defective investigation pe08008 audi 2003 A6 leaking fuel from gas tank assembly attached, please find evidence I reported my fuel tank leaked fuel to a los angeles audi dealer. I bought the car in 2006 with 66,000 miles and remains with no damage history. in 2008, fuel began dripping at the lower driver side vacuum nipple flange which shifted off the rim of the fuel tank. when the tank was filled passed half full, it would drip onto the ground. there IS a valid recall for most 2003 sedan models and the 4.2L off-road quattro. this model IS a 2003 sedan with the 4.2L engine size and should certainly be included in these two related recalls. due to no fault of my own, the nature and severity of the defect, I questioned the problem was a manufactures defect warranting repair and potential recall. they disagreed, said it was out of warranty and quoted me a repair. valentine asserted the condition was noted to my vin in their system. later that year, la audi made different repairs and the fuel leak condition was again put on the work order. finally in june 2010, a neighbor wrote note the car was leaking fuel. it tank was pouring fuel after filling to the three-quarters mark and parking in our subterranean parking garage. repair could not be avoided. based on la audi's position, a local mechanic replaced the entire tank with a salvage one he found. attached are photos, work repair orders, a hazard note from neighbor of the fuel leak, and signed declaration these item as authentic and all assertions above are truthful. I appreciate assistance obtaining recovery from audi for the repairs as they refused to when presented twice. your assistance in this matter IS appreciated. updated portable 02/18/11
- Fuel system, gasoline
I own a 2003 audi A6 quattro 4.2L which I bought used and have driven it since 2004. on october 27, 2010 I started smelling gas and after checking found a leak at the base of the gas tank. I checked the web and found out that there IS a recall on other sub-models. I called audi USA who contacted…
I own a 2003 audi A6 quattro 4.2L which I bought used and have driven it since 2004. on october 27, 2010 I started smelling gas and after checking found a leak at the base of the gas tank. I checked the web and found out that there IS a recall on other sub-models. I called audi USA who contacted a dealer I chose to fix the problem. But the dealer IS saying that although the recall problem exists it IS due to an accident which happened 6 or 7 years ago. I think this IS not fair. thank you vin [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *Tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel tank leak
Volkswagen (VW) IS recalling certain VW passat 4motion and audi A6 quattro and allroad quattro all-wheel drive passenger cars.vw vehicles subject to recall were manufactured from november 22, 2000 through may 31, 2005 and audi vehicles subject to recall were manufactured from june 2, 2001 to june 1, 2005.the nhtsa…
Volkswagen (VW) IS recalling certain VW passat 4motion and audi A6 quattro and allroad quattro all-wheel drive passenger cars.vw vehicles subject to recall were manufactured from november 22, 2000 through may 31, 2005 and audi vehicles subject to recall were manufactured from june 2, 2001 to june 1, 2005.the nhtsa recall number for the VW vehicles IS 08v-156 (VW also IS correcting defects related to heat shield and fuel line hazards for these vehicles and for 1999-2000 passats in this recall action.)the nhtsa recall number for the audi vehicles IS 08v-157.since 2006, odi has received 17 complaints of fuel leaking from the subject vehicles' fuel tanks.the 400 complaints shown above may include duplicate reports to odi and the manufacturer. While the consequence (fuel leaks from the top of the tank) IS similar for both the passat and audi subject vehicles, differences in design and construction require a different remedy for each vehicle.on the passats, the ventilation line could have been installed improperly with tension and with an incorrectly positioned cable tie.the tension could cause cracked or broken nipples on the fuel tank rollover valve.on the audi vehicles, a material change (effective june 2, 2001) with different aging characteristics used for the rollover valve and the use of an inflexible aluminum ventilation line could cause cracking of the nipple on the rollover valve.vw IS recalling all vehicles subject to these defects.it will inspect passats to ensure that the vent line IS tension free and correct the installation if tension IS found.if a crack or fuel leak IS found, VW will replace the fuel tank.audi will repair all subject vehicles by reinforcing the fuel tank rollover valve with an epoxy adhesive.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.
- 10253418Audi Delivery Guidelines.
- 10253417Audi Delivery Guidelines.
- 10251027Tightening wheel bolts
- 10250950Tightening wheel bolts
- 10250430Oil consumption measurement - Repair Authorization (CA)
- 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.
- 10243790Audi Elsa Newsletter
- 10243787Audi Elsa Newsletter
- 10243780Audi Elsa Newsletter
- 10243756Audi Elsa Newsletter
- 10231144Technical bulletins and updates
- 10231130Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants
- 10231127ElsaPro Software update and technical bulletins
- 10228314The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions.
- 10228302High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
- 10228297This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update.
- 10226530ATF pan leaks
- 10226529Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals
- 10224993The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions.
- 10224981High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
- 10221966The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions.
- 10221954High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
- 10221949This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update.
- 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.
- 10214458This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
- 10212703Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals
- 10210680As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak. Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket.
- 10210679This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition. With the introduction of Electronic Power Control (EPC) (no accelerator cable) to fuel injection systems, an engine RPM control feature has been incorporated into the engine electronic control system software. Customer states that the engine returns to idle speed of approximately 1,400 RPM although the accelerator is depressed, and/or the vehicle hesitates (lacks power on take-off).
- 10210650This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who consciously or unconsciously drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition. With the introduction of Electronic Power Control (EPC) (no accelerator cable) to fuel injection systems, an engine RPM control feature has been incorporated into the engine electronic control system software. As a result, application of the brake and accelerator pedals at the same time (brake pedal with left foot and accelerator pedal with right foot) results in the following: ? Brake pedal function (normal at all times) overrides any throttle application. ? Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) will not be stored. ? When the brake pedal is applied while the accelerator is depressed, engine RPMs will return to idle speeds of 1400 RPMs after approximately two seconds. ? When the accelerator is applied while the brake pedal is depressed, the vehicle accelerates slower than usual (reduced engine torque).
- 10198567This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
- 10184530This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly.
- 1016628400 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions
- 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
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