The extra resistance can cause the connector to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Electrical System — Wiring

Summary

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.

Actions

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.

Documents (14)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: January 28, 2019 Advance Notice – Safety Recall 82C1 / Auxiliary Heater Connector
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - PRI
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - 82C1_Audi INTERIM Customer Letter
• ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - 82C1_Audi INTERIM Customer Letter PRI
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-1
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - March 06, 2019 Repair Available – Safety Recall 82C1 / Auxiliary Heater Connector
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2019-4

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