Audi Recalls Midsized Cars Because a Liquid Spill Can Shut Down the Engine
A rear-seat mishap can cause a computer control module to short-circuit
Audi is recalling certain midsized cars from the 2019 to 2022 model years because a liquid spill in the back seat can cause the engine to enter an emergency mode, with reduced power.
The included vehicles include certain A6 and A7 sedans and wagons, including S and RS versions. A total of 50,883 vehicles are included. This is a similar action to a previous Audi Q5 recall that involved 288,991 SUVs.
The Details
Vehicles Recalled
• 2019 to 2022 A7 and A6 sedan.
• 2020 to 2022 Audi S7, S6 sedan, A6 Allroad.
• 2021 and 2022 RS7, RS6 Avant.
The problem: Liquid spilled in the rear seat may cause a control module to shut down, affecting engine operation.
The fix: Dealerships will install a protective cover, free of charge.
How to contact the manufacturer: Owners may contact Audi’s customer service at 800-253-2834.
NHTSA campaign number: 22V861000. Audi’s number for this recall is 90V2.
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