2004 Audi A6
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 2004 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 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, 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.
Owner complaints
35 complaints1 involved a crash2 involved a fire1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Forward collision avoidance › Automatic emergency braking · Service brakes
- ABS Module has intermittent failures, available for inspection - Anti-lock brakes will not work - Yes, the problem reoccurs and the module loses power and then errors out - Others - VCDS - ABS lights come on and BRAKE light stays illuminated
- Fuel/propulsion system
Re: safety recall 20l8/jy; 08v157000: fuel tank rollover valve modification; vin: (xx); 2004 audi A6 3.0L quattro AT5 attached docs: 1. 20L8/jy recall notice. 2. 7.14.2008 & 11.18.18 audi n. Scottsdale, az dealer invoices 3. Audi A6 gas tank diagram. audi corp email response: "at this…
Re: safety recall 20l8/jy; 08v157000: fuel tank rollover valve modification; vin: (xx); 2004 audi A6 3.0L quattro AT5 attached docs: 1. 20L8/jy recall notice. 2. 7.14.2008 & 11.18.18 audi n. Scottsdale, az dealer invoices 3. Audi A6 gas tank diagram. audi corp email response: "at this time we have identified that the 20L8 repair was specific to the driver's side of the vehicle. The dealership IS indicating this current recommended repair IS specific to the passenger side of the vehicle." "since we are showing the 20L8 completed in july of 2008 and the original 20L8 repair IS specific to driver's side rollover nipple valves, according to the dealership this current repair IS unrelated to the recall." "currently per the nhtsa website, the 20L8 IS not showing as an open recall, so I would be unable to speak to how they would react to information regarding a closed recall." 'we have no evidence supporting an incorrect repair being performed in july of 2008, so at this time we would be unable to provide assistance towards this repair." current emissions check engine light (nov 18, 2018) IS diagnosed by the audi dealer as a gas tank leak. Also, there IS a strong odor coming from gas tank. Dealer quoted to replace the entire tank (see attached #2). there are several rollover valves on each side of the gas tank on the top side (see attached #3 gas tank diagram). recall (see attached #1) does not address "drivers side or passenger side" of gas tank. dealer claimed that back in 2008 that they did not even lower the gas tank for the repair. in summary: my vehicle currently has a gas tank leak on top of the gas tank coming from the one or more rollover valve nipples on top of the gas tank. The safety recall addresses repairing and reinforcing these leaking rollover valve nipples so a repair request should be covered by the recall. parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6)
- Electrical system
Aftermarket radio: pioneer electronics avh-4100 nex backup camera fails and distracts driver significantly. I have attached a scan of the complaint to pioneer electronics. the radio likely has software defect that causes very distracting failures when operating the back-up camera. Pioneer…
Aftermarket radio: pioneer electronics avh-4100 nex backup camera fails and distracts driver significantly. I have attached a scan of the complaint to pioneer electronics. the radio likely has software defect that causes very distracting failures when operating the back-up camera. Pioneer advertises that this backup camera works as advertised - it IS actually now a distraction and hazard. As well, operating google "android auto" causes more significant driving distractions when using the backup camera function of the avh-4100. Complaints to pioneer electronics have been fruitless. They seem to be arrogant and claim: "all of our products are thoroughly tested." I would like pioneer electronics to fix the software issue and create a new release that allows the backup camera to work without a distraction and safty-hazard.
- Fuel/propulsion system
When engine IS cold, usually below 0 degrees fuel sprays from injectors. This could ignite on exhaust manifolds causing car fire.
- Engine
TL* the contact owned a 2004 audi A6. While driving at 20 mph, smoke appeared from the engine compartment and the vehicle caught fire. A police report was filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was destroyed. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 06v198000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 103,000.
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes
With the elec stability control being intermittent this IS being caused by the ABS module going bad/intermittent the brake pedal pressure changes. I have experienced this with my 2002 RAM 1500 (4X4) as well. this could be a problem in all cars and trucks. The cost the fix for an audi IS around $2500.00 and my RAM was $1300.00. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 audi A6. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, a strong odor of gasoline emitted inside and around the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the check engine light illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 audi A6. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, a strong odor of gasoline emitted inside and around the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the check engine light illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank collapse and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 146,569.
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Vehicle speed control
The first throttle valve malfunction happened on july 2013. Cost to repair 1557.95 part cost 878.00 mileage 66784 the second malfunction happened on oct. 14, 2014 to repair 1200.00 part cost 913.00, mileage 69202 what happens here IS the engine shuts down. there could have been e…
The first throttle valve malfunction happened on july 2013. Cost to repair 1557.95 part cost 878.00 mileage 66784 the second malfunction happened on oct. 14, 2014 to repair 1200.00 part cost 913.00, mileage 69202 what happens here IS the engine shuts down. there could have been e major accident if she was rear ended. I called audi to tell them the part was defective, but they would not listen. that IS why I think there should be a recall, to send them a message. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Significant gas leak caused by broken gas "in tank sending units" housing and seal. Gas will leak and fill the inside of the car with fums as well as under the car. replacement required buying a revised design sending units that include all three sending units. The price IS high ~$500 and the…
Significant gas leak caused by broken gas "in tank sending units" housing and seal. Gas will leak and fill the inside of the car with fums as well as under the car. replacement required buying a revised design sending units that include all three sending units. The price IS high ~$500 and the consequences very dangerous. My car IS: 2004 audi A6 [xxx] 2004 A6Q 2.7T information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2004 audi A6. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, that there was a failure in the electric harness under the passenger seat. The contact stated that he noticed a burning odor and then the power failed to move the seat. Upon further review, the contact discovered…
TL* the contact owns a 2004 audi A6. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, that there was a failure in the electric harness under the passenger seat. The contact stated that he noticed a burning odor and then the power failed to move the seat. Upon further review, the contact discovered that the carpet under the seat was singed and had melted some plastic under the seat. The vehicle was taken to the contact's personal mechanic where he was informed that the vehicle posed a safety hazard and should not be driven. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign ID number: 04v133000 (electrical system) and contacted the dealer and the manufacturer to inquire of the recall campaign. The dealer and the manufacturer both advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall campaign. The vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileages were 94,648 updated 6/1/12 *cn the cause of the fire was the shorting of the seat harness wiring under the passenger carpeting from movement and there was a bend/ kink in the harness when assembled and there was sub damage to adjacent wire harness. updated 06/22/12
- Engine and engine cooling
Replaced cylinder bank 1 right side! *tr
- Exterior lighting
Passenger side mechanical vertical adjuster does not function IS lamp point to about 10 feet to the front of the vehicle. diver side adjuster appear to function ok. Online blogs confer multiple problems with audi headlight adjusters as common, recurrent, and costly to fix. Driving with poorly aimed lights IS obviously safety issue. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 audi A6. The contact stated that when refueling the vehicle over the three quarter capacity level, a substantial amount of fuel would leak underneath the vehicle near the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing and stated that…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 audi A6. The contact stated that when refueling the vehicle over the three quarter capacity level, a substantial amount of fuel would leak underneath the vehicle near the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing and stated that the fuel tank rollover valve was leaking. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact expressed significant concern of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 90,000. The vin was unavailable.
- Fuel system, gasoline
2004 audi A6 sedan, 3.0 engine developed a sudden loss of power just before vehicle stalled while driving on highway at 65 mph. vehicle was towed to repair shop where it was determined that the fuel pump had failed. *tr
- Air bags · Engine and engine cooling · Service brakes, hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 audi A6 avant. The contact stated that the check engine light had been illuminating intermittently. The dealer stated that the contact should not worry about the light. While driving 65 mph, the contact swerved to miss a deer and lost control of the vehicle. It began to…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 audi A6 avant. The contact stated that the check engine light had been illuminating intermittently. The dealer stated that the contact should not worry about the light. While driving 65 mph, the contact swerved to miss a deer and lost control of the vehicle. It began to rock back and forth and the brakes were inoperative. The contact hit guardrails on both the driver and passenger sides. The vehicle then tipped on its side and went into a ravine. The engine was still running and the wheels were still spinning. The air bags did not deploy. The contact suffered injuries to the collar bone, ribs, a concussion, and lost teeth. The dealer stated that there could have been a problem with the computer. The vehicle was destroyed. the current and failure mileages were approximately 190,000. updated 04/08/11
- Fuel system, gasoline
Car's engine stopped while at a red light. would not start after failure. ultimately, cause was determined to be a failed fuel pump. I saw that there was a recall on the fuel pump for 2003 A6 models including 3L vehicles, but not for 2004 models.]
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
I am writing about my 2004 A6 avant, which has 78,000 miles. at a recent oil service at an independent garage, it was suggested that there was a problem with the catalytic converters. Exhaust was leaking from both sides, I was told. I took the car to my audi dealer, where they checked the…
I am writing about my 2004 A6 avant, which has 78,000 miles. at a recent oil service at an independent garage, it was suggested that there was a problem with the catalytic converters. Exhaust was leaking from both sides, I was told. I took the car to my audi dealer, where they checked the exhaust system. The mechanic who examined the car concurred that the catalytic converters needed to be replaced. under a federally mandated warranty, the catalytic converters are covered for eight years or 80,000 miles. yet the dealer has declined to cover replacement because the "check engine" light was not on. I was given a repair estimate of $2,400. *Tr
- Seats
I filed a complaint about my 2004 audi A6 in dec of 2009. I reported that my back passenger seat had almost caught fire, and was burnt. Both my seat cushion and upper back cushion were burned. At the time I had not contacted audi, yet filed a complaint, because I felt and still do that this was a…
I filed a complaint about my 2004 audi A6 in dec of 2009. I reported that my back passenger seat had almost caught fire, and was burnt. Both my seat cushion and upper back cushion were burned. At the time I had not contacted audi, yet filed a complaint, because I felt and still do that this was a major safety hazard. Since my last complaint I did contact both my dealership (roth audi in erie, pa) and audi headquarters aka: audi customer relations. They were very willing to work with me, seemed extremely concerned and said not to worry because I still had a warranty left on my car. Well after the car returned home from the dealership they only fixed half of the problem! The dealership said audi told them to replace the bottom cushion only. The dealership painted over the top cushion and I found this out after I began wiping my seat, because I thought I had smudge marks on it... Nope paint was coming off and could see the burned seat underneath the paint. I called audi back, and they had me take it back to the dealer to be assessed again. After 6 days or so the person I had been dealing with from audi customer relations called to say we cant replace that part of the seat because they found no defect in the heating element. So in essence, they only did half of their job since the seat burned from one incident! I have since contacted the ftc, and the attorney general re: this issue. I will not stop there if I do not get this resolved. The entire seat should have been covered under the warranty. Considering VW recalled many of their cars for the same reason, and audi IS owned by VW I would think they would be a bit more concerned about their customers. I have viewed many forums, and found there were a lot of complaints similar to mine with regards to the heated seating either catching on fire of burning the seat. I'D like to know if nhtsa IS honestly looking into this? Thank you. *Tr
- Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 2004 audi A6. the contact stated when the vehicle IS parked the throttle fluctuates. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer change the mass air flow meter. that did not remedy the throttle fluctuation so the dealer removed the mass air flow meter. the…
TL* the contact owns a 2004 audi A6. the contact stated when the vehicle IS parked the throttle fluctuates. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer change the mass air flow meter. that did not remedy the throttle fluctuation so the dealer removed the mass air flow meter. the dealer then reset the computer for the throttle body and that did not remedy the issue as well. the dealer does not know what IS causing the throttle to fluctuate. the contact stated the throttle fluctuation IS causing the vehicle to lunge forward when the vehicle IS idle. the failure mileage was 94,500.
- Fuel system, other
Sudden loss of engine power while driving a 2004 audi A6 avant on highway 280 south in northern california. The car suddenly lost all engine power and stalled on the highway. The car stopped before reaching the highway curb. The highway police who came by seeing the flashers on the car assisted IS…
Sudden loss of engine power while driving a 2004 audi A6 avant on highway 280 south in northern california. The car suddenly lost all engine power and stalled on the highway. The car stopped before reaching the highway curb. The highway police who came by seeing the flashers on the car assisted IS pushing the car safely into the highway curb area. The car had to be towed to the dealer for diagnostics and repairs. The dealer identified that the fuel pump had failed. *Tr
- Air bags › Frontal
My audi dealer informed me of a failure in the passenger side airbag and it had to be replaced at a cost of $931.99, I have owned this car since new and it IS accident fee. this IS failure of a major safety item and should be looked at. *Tr
- Seats › Front assembly › Seat heater/cooler
I have a 2004 audi A6 quattro 3.0 l. This weekend my grown son was sitting in the back seat and had his suit in a garment bag next to him. The heated seats were both on in the back. They smelled something burning and it turned out it was the heated seat. It burned the garment bag right into his…
I have a 2004 audi A6 quattro 3.0 l. This weekend my grown son was sitting in the back seat and had his suit in a garment bag next to him. The heated seats were both on in the back. They smelled something burning and it turned out it was the heated seat. It burned the garment bag right into his suit and ruined the suit jacket as well. My seat looks like it was ready to catch on fire. I have 44,000 miles on this car. I have not contacted audi yet, and my fear IS that when I do they will make me pay for this. I feel this IS a major safety hazard and now I have to worry about the rest of the seats as well. I can't imagine what would have happened if a person would have been sitting there! *Tr
- Air bags
Passenger air bag failure 2004 audi A-6. Car has not been in an accident and air bag has never been activated.dealer said it needs complete replacement. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
TL* the contact owns a 2004 audi A6. when driving he smelled a strong odor of gasoline inside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where the contact was informed that the roll over valve was malfunctioning, and that the gas tank needed to be replaced. There were no prior…
TL* the contact owns a 2004 audi A6. when driving he smelled a strong odor of gasoline inside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where the contact was informed that the roll over valve was malfunctioning, and that the gas tank needed to be replaced. There were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages were 119898. Updated 11/18/09. *Lj the consumer stated the smell particularly strong after filling up. the consumer was told his vine was not included in the recall. Updated 11/19/09 the consumer stated he began to smell gasoline inside the vehicle, particularly after filling home. He took the vehicle to a service center and when the mechanic lifted vehicle to inspect it, he found fuel leaking from the top of the fuel tank on the left side, within inches of the exhaust pipe. Updated 06/08/10.*jb
- Steering · Suspension
I have a 2004 audi A6 2.7T s-line sedan with 56,000 miles on it. for the past several months it has had a severe shuddering in the steering column as I accelerate mid-throttle, as when I accelerate onto an on-ramp. I have tried to have my local audi dealer address this (it IS a certified vehicle)…
I have a 2004 audi A6 2.7T s-line sedan with 56,000 miles on it. for the past several months it has had a severe shuddering in the steering column as I accelerate mid-throttle, as when I accelerate onto an on-ramp. I have tried to have my local audi dealer address this (it IS a certified vehicle) but they so far have not come across with resolution. I have also contacted the audi of america customer support folks several times and they say that there IS not a problem like this with this car, but they also say that if I use a specific make of michelin tire, it might alleviate the problem! I'm concerned about the safety of this car-it doesn't always do this, but when it does the steering wheel "shudders", like it vibrates/wobbles and the whole car vibrates. It started at about 40,000 miles and seems to have worsened over time. IS there a common problem with this vehicle? please help if you can! *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
- 10251009Self-leveling compressor inoperative
- 10250950Tightening wheel bolts
- 10250473Self-leveling compressor inoperative
- 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.
- 102440362004 Scheduled Maintenance Intervals
- 10243930This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
- 10243790Audi Elsa Newsletter
- 10243787Audi Elsa Newsletter
- 10243780Audi Elsa Newsletter
- 10243761Audi Elsa Newsletter
- 10243756Audi Elsa Newsletter
- 10231144Technical bulletins and updates
- 10231135Technical 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.
- 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.
- 10216607Maintenance Card
- 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.
- 10191136This bulletin contains instructions for determining if bushings need to be replaced.
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