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NHTSA Campaign 20V153000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc..

NHTSA campaign 20V153000 covers 2 vehicles and concerns the electrical system:starter assembly. The repair is free.

What this recall covers

The defect
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.
The risk
A short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by 20V153000 (2)

Is my car affected?

Being on this list means your year, make and model fall inside campaign 20V153000. It does not mean your individual car does: a campaign covers a range of VINs built in a specific window, and cars either side of that window are untouched.

Check the 17-character VIN from the driver-side dashboard or door jamb against NHTSA's lookup. If it is covered, the dealer must do the work free of charge, regardless of the car's age or mileage.