NHTSA recall 20V-153 (20V153000)
electrical system recall reported March 19, 2020 - about 5,471 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V153000
- Also written as
- 20V-153
- Manufacturer number
- 27H2
- Reported
- March 19, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~5,471
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
A short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-153 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.