2001 Audi Allroad
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2001 Audi Allroad. Newest first.
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
17 complaints1 involved a crash1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel and fuel vapor leaks from the top of the fuel tank presenting a serious fire hazard when moving (slowly or at highway speeds) or stationary. the fuel leak IS most obvious when the tank IS more than 1/2 full. vapor emissions occur at all times resulting in a failure to meet emissions…
Fuel and fuel vapor leaks from the top of the fuel tank presenting a serious fire hazard when moving (slowly or at highway speeds) or stationary. the fuel leak IS most obvious when the tank IS more than 1/2 full. vapor emissions occur at all times resulting in a failure to meet emissions standards. a hard plastic material IS used for the fuel tank's vent. it IS connected to a rigid aluminum vent line. relative movement and aging has resulted in a failure of the plastic vent. audi's recall fix from 2008 (nhtsa 08v-157) - i.e., installing an epoxy-filled mold - has not prevented failure of the plastic vent. since the plastic vent IS 'welded' to the top of the hdpe tank, the entire tank must be replaced to address the failed vent.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2001 audi allroad. When filling the fuel tank, the contact noticed that the tank leaked fuel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 08v157000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,800.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2001 audi allroad. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and it was determined that the reinforcement nipple to the rollover on the fuel tank failed. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 08v157000 (fuel system) and would not be repaired under the recall. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Suspension › Front
TL* the contact owns a 2001 audi allroad quattro. while driving approximately 30 mph, the front driver side air suspension system failed without warning causing the vehicle to collapse. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to an authorized dealer where they informed him that there was a leak…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 audi allroad quattro. while driving approximately 30 mph, the front driver side air suspension system failed without warning causing the vehicle to collapse. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to an authorized dealer where they informed him that there was a leak in the air suspension air bag. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the front driver and passenger side air bag suspension were previously replaced in 2005 and 2006. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
- Air bags
Airbag light on and control module needs replacing. *Tr
- Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Trouble occurred with both driver and passenger windows, but at different times. passenger window was still under warranty at the time. window would not close properly and then would spontaneously open. attempts to close it entirely were often not successful. motor was replaced on both…
Trouble occurred with both driver and passenger windows, but at different times. passenger window was still under warranty at the time. window would not close properly and then would spontaneously open. attempts to close it entirely were often not successful. motor was replaced on both windows-one under warranty, the other not. a second occurrence with driver window required another costly repair, although the cause was different. This happens also currently with rear passenger window when it IS cold. I have had nothing but mechanical issues with this vehicle. *Tr
- Electrical system
I own a 2001 audi allroad, which I purchased through a dealer certified pre-owned. there have been several unusual issues with this vehicle, such as the water pump breaking down at 50,000 miles and many electrical issues. the most recent IS the car seat heater, which malfunctioned causing a short…
I own a 2001 audi allroad, which I purchased through a dealer certified pre-owned. there have been several unusual issues with this vehicle, such as the water pump breaking down at 50,000 miles and many electrical issues. the most recent IS the car seat heater, which malfunctioned causing a short and burning a hole in the driver's seat (which IS leather). luckily, I caught it before smoldering or a fire could have ensued, which could have caused me bodily harm or risked the lives of my children had we been on a long distance trip. I am in contact with audi and a local dealer who upon inspection of the vehicle will determine how to proceed with the repair. my biggest concern IS that I am unable to find any reports on audi although they are notorious for having mechanical issues. this one trumps all others in my opinion. this IS a major safety issue and I know of one other person who has experienced this, but it was with a VW passat wagon. *Tr
- Air bags
I bought an audi allroad 2001 2.7T A6 at a dealership in albuquerque new mexico. The car, at fist, was handling so well. Everything seemed to be in great shape and well maintained. I took a trip to colorado and upon my arrival to my destination, the yellow "car uneven suspension" light came on. The…
I bought an audi allroad 2001 2.7T A6 at a dealership in albuquerque new mexico. The car, at fist, was handling so well. Everything seemed to be in great shape and well maintained. I took a trip to colorado and upon my arrival to my destination, the yellow "car uneven suspension" light came on. The car immediately made some weird noises and shifted weight while I was driving at 80mph on the high way. I pulled over and visually inspected the car. Nothing could be seen. I took it too a VW dealership to have them tell me what they thought was wrong. Long story short. No one knew the audi allroad well enough... How convenient!! Upon my return to nm after colorado, I had the car taken to audi in albuquerque. They told me that my air ride suspension bad was torn or dead. Either or, it was the reason for the excessive amount of shaking and vibrating while driving at some speeds. Although after 80mph the car would stop shaking. After 2 months of having my audi allroad sitting at audi, I saved up enough money to have the air bag replaced. You would think that on such a vital part of the car, there would be some sort of coverage. I guess not. In the end it cost me $700 to get just one air ride suspension bag replaced. In the end I was disappointed my audi's response to the problem and the price they gave me for the part. Ironically, audi actually told me that I needed to replace to air bags. That was b.s. I bought one bag from audi and drove my car back to another dealership and had them reinspect and replace the air bag. All seemed well and the one airbag for the ride suspension was replaced. I did not need 2. So be aware that audi will blindside you with unnecessary costs. Be aware of this problem with this car. It IS expensive and a long and rough road to replace. The car over all has a pretty good reputation and would recommend it even more if it did not have such a problem. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor
I have replaced both catalytic converters on the 2001 audi allroad. The right one at 42K miles and the left one at 62K miles. The right catalytic converter has failed again at 115K. The dealer refuses to extend any warranty for the part. The dealer states that the original part IS warranted for 80K…
I have replaced both catalytic converters on the 2001 audi allroad. The right one at 42K miles and the left one at 62K miles. The right catalytic converter has failed again at 115K. The dealer refuses to extend any warranty for the part. The dealer states that the original part IS warranted for 80K miles, but the replacement part only for 12K miles or 12 months. There must be something wrong with the car or the equipment. Audi should warranty a required federal emissions part much longer than just 12 months. *tr
- Electrical system
We have an audi A4 quattro 2001, which has had problems from the beginning. The issues are electrical. The rear window started going up and down spontaneously without pushing a button and now will not go up or down at all. It stays half way down all the time. You can imagine how the cold air feels…
We have an audi A4 quattro 2001, which has had problems from the beginning. The issues are electrical. The rear window started going up and down spontaneously without pushing a button and now will not go up or down at all. It stays half way down all the time. You can imagine how the cold air feels on our baby in the back seat. The windshield fluid light stays on as well as the oil light. We even took the car for a $80 oil change thinking that was the case, but the light just stays on. audi dealer refuses to look at it without being paid 120/hr and I think this IS just too much of a coincidence for all of these electrical issues to be happening at the same time. thank you for kind attention to this matter. *nm
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Power train › Driveline › Constant velocity joint
Dt:the vehicle has developed a cam shaft gasket leak at only 60,000 miles. Also, one of the cv axles cracked. There where no problems with the vehicle prior to the dealership finding these problems. The dealership described to the contact that this problem with the cam shaft gasket could cause a…
Dt:the vehicle has developed a cam shaft gasket leak at only 60,000 miles. Also, one of the cv axles cracked. There where no problems with the vehicle prior to the dealership finding these problems. The dealership described to the contact that this problem with the cam shaft gasket could cause a major oil leak. If this were to occur the engine could seize because of loss of oil. The vehicle has not currently been repaired because of the cost.*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Owner complained about a transmission problem. owner was driving the vehicle and when changing gears the vehicle would not go into drive. It was stuck in reverse. Owner took the vehicle to the dealer, and was told that it was a sealed unit, and there was no way they could repair the defect. manufacturer sent a regional representative, who offered to absorb 75% of the repair cost. *Ak *nm
- Equipment · Equipment adaptive/mobility · Fuel system, other › Delivery · Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) · Power train › Driveline · Steering · Vehicle speed control · Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
2001 audi A6 allroad has had a brake/throttle lag issue since it was purchased. The car can be extremely dangerous to drive. my wife was driving the allroad and she told me that she was almost hit by an oncoming vehicle when the car did not "go" as she expected it too, based on her throttle…
2001 audi A6 allroad has had a brake/throttle lag issue since it was purchased. The car can be extremely dangerous to drive. my wife was driving the allroad and she told me that she was almost hit by an oncoming vehicle when the car did not "go" as she expected it too, based on her throttle inputs. At another intersection she lifted her foot off of the gas, reapplied the gas and this time the car went so fast that she almost hit the car in front of her at the upcoming intersection. She told me that she was almost crying because "i did not tell her the car 'drove like that!'" the problems are: 1). Aoa issued a technical service bulletin dated september 9TH of 2004 on this isue., not a recall. 2) I complained for over 1 year about this problem to the dealer before the ecu was replaced on may 15TH of 2004. (I have copies of letters sent to audi) 3) the new control unit put in the car in may of 2004 does not work correctly either, by reasonable specifications, or else my wife would not have had this problem. 4) a "judder happens when turing slowly and giving the car gas, too. This may be the reason that the vehicle has had to have seals replaced in the motor and transmission, too, from the electrical miscommunications between the ecu and the transmission. 5) this IS an extremely dangerous problem and needs to be figured out by aoa as well as under a national recall campaign. 6) audi told me today that the car IS "performing to specs," which IS a lie. This car has been to the dealership over 100 documented times, but aoa just says, "we are sure the car can be reapaired under your new car/certified used car warranty, thank you!"
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Air suspension › Lines and fittings · Suspension › Front › Springs › Air suspension › Springs/bags · Suspension › Rear › Springs › Air suspension system › Lines and fittings · Suspension › Rear › Springs › Air suspension system › Springs/bags
2001 audi A6 allroad. After the car sits for a period of 5+DAY undriven, the airbag suspension of this car leaks, lending the car undriveable unless the power system from the car can auto level the vehicle again. No fault codes are shown in the ecu. II have pictures of the vehicle with the…
2001 audi A6 allroad. After the car sits for a period of 5+DAY undriven, the airbag suspension of this car leaks, lending the car undriveable unless the power system from the car can auto level the vehicle again. No fault codes are shown in the ecu. II have pictures of the vehicle with the suspension not level. Dangerous! The dealership cannot recreate this occurance which has been photographed on more than one occasion. Therefore, I am left to drive a car with a leaking suspension, which may result in improper handling, driving or suspension failure. This IS not acceptable for this to be occurring. Aoa told me today that the car IS "performing to specification," which IS a lie, or all of these A6 allroads would have lleaking suspensions.
- Tires
Problems with goodyear wrangler F1 tires on 2001 audi allroad.*mr *cb
- Equipment · Fuel system, other › Storage › Fuel gauge system
Failure of fuel gauge left me, me wife and two children on the side of the interstate in atlanta, ga. fuel level sending unit was replaced in recall notice in dec, 2001. the replacement part failed.*ak
- Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
This car hesitates upon acceleration, requiring me to re-apply the throttle in order have "normal accleration." I have complained to the dealership for over 1 year about this problem. I am afraid to drive the vehicle due to my being handicapped; if I get hit, I may die due to my spinal cord disease. *ak
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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 10212703Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals
- 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.
- 10155644This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
- 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.
- 10128205This informational bulletin contains instructions for sychronizing the remote key after the battery has been disconnected or replaced.
- 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.
- 10124690This document contains information on the Audi side assist update.
- 10123995Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 11-55 dated August 22, 2011. Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently. The locks can still be operated manually. Missing synchronization between the remote control key and vehicle because the battery has been disconnected or the battery of the remote control has been replaced. If other senders operate in the same frequency range (mobile phones, TV stations, wireless headphones, baby monitors, other vehicle remote controls, etc.), the remote control key may have been temporarily switched off because a clear identification of the remote control key is not possible. This is necessary to prevent an unintentional unlocking of the vehicle by other unrelated senders.
- 10123863Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 13-82 dated February 5, 2013. Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently. The locks can still be operated manually. Missing synchronization between the remote control key and vehicle because the battery has been disconnected or the battery of the remote control has been replaced. If other senders operate in the same frequency range (mobile phones, TV stations, wireless headphones, baby monitors, other vehicle remote controls, etc.), the remote control key may have been temporarily switched off because a clear identification of the remote control key is not possible. This is necessary to prevent an unintentional unlocking of the vehicle by other unrelated senders.
- 10058584Audi: engine, on some vehicles, would run irregularly or have malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on or possible filter element for camshaft adjustment valve can loosen and in oil circuit, there IS no damage from loosened particles. Model all. All years.
- 10054859Audi: on certain vehicles, use calibrated torque wrench and not torque sticks, torque extension bars and impact guns/wrenches not approved for usage on wheel bolts by manufacturer, that can cause damage to brake, steering wheel, hub. Model 1995-2014 all.
- 10052307Audi: some vehicles may lack power or will not move after stop due to simultaneously depressing the brake and accelerator pedals.
- 10033212Audi: (revised) vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. If this happens, the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) will illuminate to let you know that the vehicle may experience some deterioration in performance. In some cases, a malfunctioning ignition coil may cause a vehicle to exceed federal and/or california emissions standards. Updated 8/9/10. Updated 8/11/10. Updated 11/8/10. Updated 11/10/10. Updated 1/10/11.
- 10028008Audi: ABS activates during light brake application . Control noises are heard from the ABS unit at low speed without brake application.
- 10027923Audi: wheel bolts require torque adjustment. Torque sticks and torque extension bars are not approved by audi of america, inc. And should not be used to apply torque to wheel bolts. All audi models included.
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