NHTSA recall 18V-862 (18V862000)
electrical system recall reported December 5, 2018 - about 845 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V862000
- Also written as
- 18V-862
- Manufacturer number
- 82C1
- Reported
- December 5, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~845
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi A6 Sedans and 2015 Audi A7 vehicles. The auxiliary heater electrical connector on these vehicles may have been incorrectly inserted into the auxiliary heater, possibly resulting in increased electrical resistance.
Why it is dangerous
The extra resistance can cause the connector to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the auxiliary heater connector, replacing the auxiliary heater and connector, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 82C1.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-862 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.