Passenger car

What is the danger

Moisture can penetrate into the belt starter generator. This can result in a short circuit, leading to local overheating and increased risk of fire. Due to the permanent power supply of the starter generator, this can occur when the vehicle has already been parked for a while.

Measures taken

1. Recall of the product from end users Voluntary measuresTaken by: Manufacturer

Product

Description

Passenger cars equipped with 2.0 TFSI & TDI engine and mild hybrid system.

Brand

Audi

Model / type

Type-approval number: e1 * 2007/46 * 1550 *, Type: FY (Audi Q5)Type-approval number: e1 * 2007/46 * 1801 *, Type: F2, (Audi A6, A7)Type-approval number: e1*2001/116*0430*, Type: B8, (Audi A4/A5)

Barcode

27H2

Batch

The affected vehicles were manufactured between May 2017 and March 2020.