Recall 20V153000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

Report Date

20200319

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

Affected Vehicles

2 models

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Audi A6 vehicles equipped with mild-hybrid technology and 2.0TFSI engines. Moisture may enter the starter generator and cause an electrical short circuit.

Safety Consequence

A short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the starter generator, free of charge. The recall began by May 22, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 27H2.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2019	AUDI	A6
2020	AUDI	A6

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.