may turn off the engine before the car comes to a complete stop.Is that all it takes to win in court? Be prepared for your next owner's manual to say "cars might catch on fire due to thermodynamics" just to cover all the bases.
shuts off the engine too soon, so as to disengage power steering and power brakes before the vehicle has come to a stop.
simply how the system is supposed to operateand any perceived problems don't breach any implied warranty. They must drive a Mercedes.
Audi's EA888 2.0-liter engine suffers from loose timing chains that can rattle, make the car hard to start, and eventually lead to catastophic engine failure. The problem is likely due to a failure of the timing tensioner which makes sure the chain is properly wound to the pulleys and gears.
Volkswagen, Audi's parent company, said owners shoudn't have to worry about timing chain maintenance for 120,000 miles. That probably came as a shock to some owners that had their fail around 64,000 miles.
The good news is a series of lawsuits eventually led to an warranty settlement which extended that car's new vehicle limited warranty to help cover the repairs.
Audi's EA888 2.0-liter engine has a history of tensioner problems in its timing chain. The loose chain is to blame for multiple occurances of catastrophic engine failure. Audi was forced to offer settlement offers, including an extended war
The 2.0T engine in the 2009-2011 A4 are [oil consumption machines]oil consumption. As in you better keeep a spare quart of oil (or two) in your trunk because owners report guzzling through a quart for every 1,000 miles driven.
Legal pressure led to a settlement and warranty extension that replaces the 4 year / 50,000 mile engine warranty to 8 years / 80,000 miles.
You're still going to need to carry around extra oil though.
It's normal for cars with six-figure odometer readings to burn a little oil. But recently a few automakers have been building specific engines that require a topping off of the oil reservoir in between changes. Audi tries to tell you this i
While not as common, complaints about a bad piston are worth mentioning. Especially given their extremely costly repair costs.
Some 4th generation 2.0T engines can have a piston come loose and shatter the piston skirt. These engine aren't incredibly old worn either, with multiple complaints happening before the engine hits 70,000 miles. That's well beyond the warranty period and to date Audi has not offered any assitance with this problem.
The real kicker is how the problem means you'll need to replace the engine to tune of $8,000+ dollars.
Is the 4th generation A4 a bad car? Absolutely not. But it isn't perfect and it'll likely cost you a lot of money to maintain even though some of the engine issues have been addressed with extended warranty offers.
Complaint numbers taken from CarComplaints.com on 12/17/2020. ↩︎
inconvenience and mandatory burden that is not disclosed to the Class Members ar the time of the sale.
The suit wants Audi to address the issue in all 2017+ vehicles with start-stop technology. So ... pretty much all of them.
]]>The plaintiff says the leaky sunroofs create "foggy conditions" on the windshield and can short out sensitive electrical components. Both of which are massive safety issues.
]]>The recall should begin on January 26, 2019.
]]>Turns out if the flange has already been exposed to outside contaminates, covering it in tape will only prolong the inevitable leak. About 6,000 vehicles are being recalled again, hopefully this time for a more permanent repair.
Audi says plenty of replacement parts are now available to dealerships for technicians to install new fuel pump flanges, and butyl tape will again be applied to help protect the new fuel pump flanges from outside contamination.
This time the the butyl tape should work by preventing corrosive liquids from ever touching the new flanges in the first place.
]]>The 2017-2018 Audi R8 Spyders and R8 Coupes are more likely to leak transmission fluid during racetrack driving or extreme sharp turns at high speeds. The fire risk comes into view if the transmission fluid hits hot exhaust parts.
Guess you'll have to stop track racing around the grocery store parking lot for now.
]]>Some owners that had sold their affected vehicles before the news came out tried to file for compensation in court, but didn't get very far. That may be about to change due to an interesting court decision in California.
Former owners and lessees of Volkswagen "clean diesel" vehicles can proceed with their lawsuit even though the customers got rid of their diesel vehicles before anyone knew the emissions systems were illegal.
Volkswagen, as you might image, is less than impressed with this decision.
]]>Volkswagen says the case is nothing more than trial attorneys trying to suck more money out of the automaker that has already paid more than $25 billion for its emissions sins.
A new lawsuit wants Audi to at least pony up for free loaner vehicles. Heck, I’m guessing some owners would even take an actual pony. Anything to get to work without starting a fire!
The pumps were first recalled in January 2017 because excess moisture was causing them to short-circuit and start fires. Audi installed a software update that essentially just turned the pumps off when they got too hot. Not. Helpful.
A second recall was announced to replace the part entirely, but those won’t be available until November 2018 (at the earliest).
]]>In April 2018, the plaintiff heard loud squealing noises when he used the brakes even though the replacement parts had been on the Q7 less than 3,500 miles. He took the SUV to technicians who drove the vehicle but couldn't replicate the squealing and squeaking sounds.
The plaintiff, Donald F. Browne, Jr, claims the technicians told him that squealing was a known issue after Audi changed the composition of their replacement pads and rotors.
In other words, the only thing genuine about Audi’s Genuine Parts is that they’re genuinely awful.
]]>One thing is for certain, Volkswagen (parent company of Audi) is highly favoring work done at an authorized dealership. Work done by an Audi technician is eligible for up to 100% coverage in most cases, while independent work is tied to a specific dollar amount.
]]>This latest round of recalls affects over 10,000 A4, A6, S4, and S6. David Woods of CarComplaints.com has the full breakdown of which model years and in what zones.
The 10,000 vehicles is just a small part of the 3.3 million inflators being recalled across pretty much every major brand you’ve heard of. Recently, the inflators have been tied to new casualties and stop-driving orders.
]]>The automaker says the cars were built with head curtain airbag assemblies that may fail to unfold properly in a crash … Audi says the curtain airbags can get caught on the trim of the A-pillars due to excess fabric on the airbags.
All the affected cars were built after December 8th 2017 and are part of the 2018 model year.
]]>To make matters worse if that the system won't work even if the driver re-buckled their seat belts.
]]>“According to Audi, there is a software error in the gateway control unit that causes the brake lights to fail. The automaker discovered the problem during internal testing in March 2016 and started working on a software fix.”
No brake lights with the parking brake engaged? That is a no-no for federal safety standards and, more importantly, a good way to increase your chances of someone ramming into your back bumper.
Audi considered issuing a “service campaign” instead of going through the recall process because they weren’t sure their electromechanical parking brake was subject to the same rules as a standard parking brake. Nothing says we value our customers like trying to weasel out of a recall over a technicality. Luckily, they smartened up.
]]>Now Pamio has been charged with wire fraud, making false statements, and conspiracy to defraud regulators and customers.
"U.S. prosecutors say Giovanni Pamio was in charge of a team of Audi engineers who knew it was impossible to manufacture diesel engines that could meet strict U.S. nitrogen oxide emissions."
According to the "cooperating witness", Pamio worked on the scheme from 2006 to 2015 for the "sole purpose of defrauding customers and regulators about clean diesel vehicles."
Ouch, does the immunity include witness protection?
"Pamio allegedly told employees to create software for the purpose of cheating emissions tests conducted in the U.S., then once that was accomplished, Pamio knowingly misrepresented that the affected Audi vehicles were legal."
Pamio joins other VW and Audi employees indicted by the US.
]]>The automaker has to recall 17,700 A7 cars because the supplier didn't properly fold the head-curtain airbags. That means they might bind, not properly inflate, and generally do a terrible job at protecting occupants in a car crash.
The recall is expected to begin on June 9th, 2017 and CarComplaints.com has additional details. Audi wouldn't rule out having to expand the recall to other models soon, once they check those folds too.
]]>"We will continue until the job is done," Chief Executive Rupert Stadler said, promising to make law and ethics Audi's "ultimate benchmark".
That's nice and all, but do they really have a choice at this point?
The automaker admitted to using "defeat devices" to get around emissions tests for its 3.0-liter diesel engines. Since then Audi, and parent company Volkswagen, have since faced massive fines, legal headaches, and 3-years probation.
So it's no wonder that shareholders are upset about delayed investigations, a refusal to publish internal results, and a general discomfort with the whole we're still talking about this crap, really?
]]>"... Audi is expanding a previous recall involving 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles with fuel pump flanges that can leak gas, leading to the possibility of fires. More than 240,000 vehicles are part of the recall"
The original recall was announced in October 2016 after owners complained about smelling gas inside the cabin. This recall expansion is expected to begin in July 2017 (more details here).
Over 50,000 Porsche Macan SUVs were recalled for the same problem less than two weeks ago.
]]>"The 2015 Audi A3 1.8T FWD S tronic and 2.0T Quattro S tronic have labels with the wrong production dates, something that may be a problem when people look for manufacturing dates."
Audi doesn't know when the recall will begin. In the meantime, can someone please get the label maker a cup of coffee and a new calendar?
]]>The alleged device is hidden within the transmission control module (TCM) and uses a "warm up" mode that uses significantly less fuel and power, and therefore creates less CO2 emissions. It's perfect for those pesky emissions tests.
Once the driver turns the steering wheel by 15 degrees, the TCM switches to "road calibration" and starts spewin' the C02 and killing fuel economy. The class-action argues this reduces resale value and it a similar setup to the diesel defeat device Audi was caught using.
This covers almost the entire model lineup – S4, S5, A6, S6, A7, S7, A8, S8, Q5, and Q7.
]]>The problem only happens during low-speed crashes and can be traced to a software bug.
"Continental Corporation, the supplier of the affected airbag components, determined the cause of the problems after Audi found incorrect triggering of the airbags during the second stage of a low-risk crash test."
About 11,600 vehicles from the 2017 model year will be recalled.
]]>"the micro-gas generator within the pretensioner could detach during a crash and become a dangerous projectile."
Seat belt missiles? That's a new one. The pretensioner recall is expected to begin in May 2017.
]]>"Audi spokesman Moritz Drechsel said that the raids were focused on the company headquarters in Ingolstadt and at its plant in Neckarsulm in the neighboring state of Baden-Wuerttemberg."
The raid hopes to uncover evidence to prove the theory that the emissions scheme went on for a decade, and executives knew all along.
Volkswagen's offices were also raided.
The decision to cheat on emissions has cost Audi $1.73 billion in earnings worldwide, according to Bloomberg.
]]>Owners of the 2009-2012 Audi Q7 3.0L diesel will be eligible for buyback offers between $26,000 to $58,000, depending on model year and mileage. Owners will also be given the option to keep their vehicles – if VW can come up with an adequate fix – and still receive up to $15,380 in compensation for their troubles.
Even previous owners will be eligible for payments ranging from $4,627 to $7,747.
For owners of certain 2014-2016 Audi TDIs, VW says it can fix the vehicles and won't be offering a buyback. The fix will need to be approved by environmental regulators. Once the repairs are done, owners and lessees will get compensation ranging from $8,539 to $17,614. Current lessees will be given the option to terminate their lease without any penalty.
All this is to say that VW is paying through the nose for cheating on their diesel emissions. In total, more than $1 billion will be going back to consumers. And that number could grow significantly if they can't come up with an adequate fix.
There's a breakdown of the details on CarComplaints.com.
]]>"In December 2016, Autoliv told VW about problems with the airbags, specifically about airbag igniters in the front passenger airbag modules. The airbag module igniters have a generant mix ratio that may not be up to standards and specifications, causing the igniters to fail and causing failure of the airbags to deploy."
The saddest part? Airbags that don't deploy may actually be safer than those that do deploy these days.
]]>I can't tell if that's a good thing or a bad thing. From CarComplaints.com:
"If the water drainage system of the panoramic sunroof becomes damaged, water could enter the side head airbag canister and be absorbed by the foam around the inflator. The moisture can cause corrosion of the airbag inflator and fracture the metal canister even without the airbag deploying."
Moisture is the culprit once again. I'm one story away from just filling my car with rice and calling it a day.
]]>"In 2015 and 2016, Audi learned of incidents involving overheating in the engine compartments, so an investigation was opened in 2016 to track down the problem. Engineers determined foreign materials and debris could block the coolant pumps, leading to overheating, smoldering and a severe risk of fire."
Audi decided to not really fix the problem, just to shut it down before it can get too bad. They did this in the form of a software update that turned off the pump once it clogged.
Unfortunately that didn't do anything to ... you know ... stop the pump from getting clogged up. Hopefully this recall fixes that.
]]>There's a full list of which Audi vehicles are involved on CarComplaints.com.
You probably know the script by now, but here's a quick recap about why these Takata inflators are so dangerous.
"Schmidt has already appeared before a U.S. District Court in Miami but didn't enter a plea. He was ordered held for a hearing scheduled for Thursday, January 12, in front of Judge William C. Turnoff."
Mr. Schmidt was charged with conspiracy, wire fraud, and violations of the U.S. Clean Air Act.
He is the second VW employee to be arrested in the U.S. over the emissions scandal, after engineer James Robert Liang pleaded guilty for his part in the cover-up. Outside the U.S., a South Korean VW executive was arrested and indicted in July 2016.
The good news for VW is they received approval to fix certain 2-liter diesels. The bad news it the dominoes, they are a-fallin'.
]]>"Officials with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) say the approved emissions modifications will reduce nitrogen oxide emissions by 80 to 90 percent."
This news comes 16 months – SIXTEEN – after Volkswagen and Audi admitted to using "defeat devices" in millions of diesel cars.
]]>"Volkswagen engineers found a fault inside the anti-lock brake system control module that can cause the module to fail whenever the electronic stability control or ABS system activates. A driver will notice warning lights for the brakes, the anti-lock braking system and the electronic stability control system.
Volkswagen says owners who see that light should contact a local dealer immediately.
The affected cars include the 2009 Audi A3.
]]>But it ain't gonna happen.
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) – the same environmental agency that is putting VW through the ringer right now – has reportedly discovered "defeat devices" in hundreds of thousands of Audi vehicles. Swell.
The device used in this case is completely different than the one VW used on its diesel engines. This one is part of the transmission and affects both diesel and gasoline engines.
Dive deeper by checking out the article or our coverage of Audi's history of defeat devices.
]]>"Judge Charles Breyer already gave preliminary approval to the $15 billion settlement that will see about $10 billion go to U.S. car owners and about $5 billion to cover environmental damages. Now the judge says he is inclined to finalize the settlement terms by October 25, 2016, at least for the most part."
Judge Breyer seems confident the settlement will be finalized. Meanwhile, owners of 3-liter diesels also affected by the emissions scandal must be thinking hey, what about us?
]]>From Reuters:
"Audi will delay technology projects at its German base to cut costs, sources at the company said on Monday, as it grapples with the Volkswagen group's emissions scandal and multi-million-euro investments in electric cars and autonomous driving."
The cutbacks are going to hurt projects that were intended to clean up VW and Audi' brand image --- namely self-driving technology and electric vehicles.
]]>"The problem occurred during manufacturing when seal rings inside the suction pumps were assembled with too much force, damaging the seals that could then allow fuel to leak into the evaporative emissions systems. VW says a driver may notice problems when putting gas in the vehicle, namely fuel nozzles that stop while refueling or fuel that flows back out of the car."
Volkswagen Group announced the recall without any parts available. Owners should expect a couple notices in the mail.
]]>"The automaker found small cracks in the fuel pump flanges but couldn't determine the root cause, but engineers found that adding butyl rubber bands fixed the problem."
Oh, would you look at that? The issue affects the 2009-2012 Q5 and 2007-12 Q7.
The fix is relatively simple, but Audi doesn't have enough of those rubber bands ready. So, I'm guessing there's another canned response coming owners' way while they wait for the recall.
]]>"Audi saw an increase in warranty claims related to leaking fuel hoses and the automaker opened an investigation, finding the hoses showed an abnormal aging due to the porous structures of the hoses. Engineers at first couldn't duplicate the problem, but then they determined hose damage mostly occurs by restarting the engine."
Some problems can be worked around. But restarting the engine? That's kind of hard to avoid. Audi hasn't said when the recall will begin.
]]>"Audi says it discovered the seat problems during internal testing in May 2016 and opened an investigation to determine if there was a problem with the test, or defective parts. It wasn't the tests, as engineers found the lower transverse pipe used in the third-row seating was improperly manufactured, causing the seat structure to weaken"
According to reports, additional support brackets will need to be installed and owners should expect recall notices sometime in October.
]]>"the lights go completely out when the vehicles are locked at the same time the parking lights are on.
That includes the side marker lights, parking lights, and the headlights. For a full list of the affected vehicles see this article on CarComplaints.com.
]]>"The automaker says about 9,100 Audi A8 cars have problems that can cause the engines to stall. The 2010-2013 Audi A8 vehicles have coolant valves that can leak and allow antifreeze to enter the engine control modules."
According to Audi, the problem is improper sealing on a solenoid valve allows coolant to leak through a valve wire connection. The rest is pretty simple: Antifreeze leaks onto electronics → electronics short out → engine stalls or limps to the finish line.
]]>"Vermont has turned down Volkswagen's U.S. emissions cheating settlement offer and opted to sue Audi, Porsche and VW for showing a "blatant disregard" for the protection of the state’s natural resources and the health of its residents."
As part of their deal with the government, VW agreed to spend $15 billion to put out fires and settle lawsuits, but Vermont's attorney general says they don't want any part of it. Namely because the settlement breaks down to roughly $1000 per vehicles for violating VT's consumer protection laws.
Vermont doesn't think that's enough for the damage that was done.
]]>The researchers say a simple radio device is all that's needed to intercept a keyless remote signal, giving thieves full access to the car for around $40.
Anyway, if you need me I'll be in my bunker.
]]>"The programs are allegedly used to shut off nitrogen oxide emissions controls after 22 minutes, about two minutes longer than the 20 minutes it takes to perform a typical emissions test. If true, emissions regulators would see normal emissions levels on test machines, then after about 22 minutes the emissions levels will shoot up."
The newspaper, Bild am Sonntag, doesn't say how they got their information but did say the software was discovered on Audi Q7, Porsche Cayenne and Volkswagen Touareg vehicles equipped with turbocharged direct injection (TDI) 3-liter engines.
]]>]]>"Volkswagen says owners will eventually be able to learn more about the settlement terms and determine how much compensation is available by visiting VWCourtSettlement.com. Owners can always opt out of the settlement if they want to hire an attorney and tackle Volkswagen in court. As part of the preliminary settlement, owners will receive official notifications concerning their rights and available options, but the final settlement approval won't occur until October 18, 2016."
"The recall is part of massive Takata airbag recalls ordered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration consisting of 35-40 million vehicles in addition to about 29 million vehicles already recalled."
The recall is being split into "zones" that break the country down into sections where inflator ruptures are more likely to happen.
]]>"The jury ruled the design and manufacturing of the A4 Quattro was defective and caused the seat-back to collapse, striking and injuring the boy."
The family was awarded $124.5 million, even though Audi insists:
The case has brought into question the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) seat-back tests. Many say they are outdated and the Center for Auto Safety is petitioning NHTSA to make updates.
]]>"Volkswagen says the driver's side frontal airbags use "non-desiccated" SDI and PSDI-5 Takata inflators. Non-desiccated simply means they aren't protected from moisture. That moisture is at the heart of the exploding airbags, as it's believed moisture affects the explosive chemical used to deploy the airbags."
Volkswagen says no SDI or PSDI-5 Takata inflators have exploded in Volkswagen or Audi vehicles, but those same type of inflators have exploded in vehicles from other automakers.
]]>"In June 2015, VW learned of an accident involving a 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan where the Takata side airbag inflator exploded and injured the driver under the left arm. VW later ordered a large scale analysis of airbag parts after two failed tests occurred at Takata."
The recalled Q5 SUVs were manufactured between January 13, 2015 and February 3, 2015.
]]>]]>"“They [Volkswagen] continued and compounded the lie and when they were caught they tried to deny it. The result is thousands of tons of nitrogen oxide that have harmed the health of Californians. They need to make it right. Today's action is a step in the direction of assuring that will happen." - CARB"
"Audi is recalling about 21,000 A6 and A7 cars equipped with heated/cooled seats ... with passenger occupant detection system modules that can malfunction. Audi says stress and wear can cause problems with an internal connector or body-sensing mat inside the front passenger seat."
The recall was expected to begin in February 2016 so you should have received your official notice by now. If you haven't, or if you have questions, call Audi at 800-253-2834 and reference recall 74D1.
]]>]]>"NHTSA says the death occurred to a teenage boy who was behind the wheel of a 2001 Honda Accord. Early reports suggest the boy was only 13 and had taken the car for an unauthorized joy ride, running off the road and striking a tree."
"Although the first EPA notice of violation included 2-liter engines that emitted up to 40 times the legal limit of nitrogen oxides, the second notice of violation includes only 3-liter engines. Those engines are emitting up to nine times the legal levels of nitrogen oxides and all in model year 2014-2016 VW, Audi and Porsche vehicles."
The Audi vehicles mentioned in the second notice are: 2016 Audi A6 Quattro, 2016 Audi A7 Quattro, 2016 Audi A8, 2016 Audi A8L, and the 2016 Audi Q5.
]]>Horn said he believes each vehicle will require 5 to 10 hours of work to bring the cars legal according to the standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). However, Mr. Horn said it's possible repairs on the cars could cost more than the value of the cars.
It's estimated that based on current values, the cost for such a program could reach $7 billion just for the Volkswagen vehicles on U.S. roads. Not to mention the time it will take to find a solution and then actually implement it.
Caution: bumpy roads ahead.
]]>"_The lawsuit alleges Volkswagen breached warranties by selling diesel vehicles with a defeat device which makes the emissions control system practically meaningless, and defective. Further, the lawsuit accuses VW of selling vehicles with emissions standards that don't meet federal law by using a device that can't be fixed without altering advertised fuel economy and the performance of the vehicles.
The plaintiffs claim they would not have paid what they did or possibly wouldn't have purchased the VW diesel vehicles if the automaker would have admitted the vehicles couldn't pass emissions tests._"
Expect many, many more of these.
]]>"The EPA says the "defeat device" is sophisticated software on VW cars that detects when the car is going through official emissions testing. When the software recognizes an official test is underway, it turns on full emissions controls to make it appear the emission standards are within the rules. Once the official tests are completed, the emission controls are decreased during normal driving."
The affected vehicles include the 2009-2015 Audi A3 among many Volkswagens (and maybe Porsche). Much more on this soon, I'm sure.
]]>If you notice a power steering light illuminate on the instrument panel, prepare for a possible loss of power steering assist. [Audi] says a call should immediately be placed to a dealership to have the SUV inspected. Dealers will check for problems in the steering motor sensor.
Audi is now recalling the SQ5 to update the power steering control module. Any 2014 or 2015 model year built between May 22, 2013 and April 14, 2015 is affected.
]]>According to the Judge, Audi's defense was reasoned. He agreed that:
Despite all that, the judge found the consumption to be excessive and granted a settlement to owners. Here are big winners:
Owners of the 2009-2011 Audi A4, 2010-2011 Audi A5, and the 2011 Audi Q5. The cars must have a "factory-installed 2.0L TFSI longitudinal engine CAEB" and have been sold or leased in the US or Puerto Rico.
Members of the class-action lawsuit are entitled to:
Owners will need to show full proof of oil and oil filter maintenance and you can bet those records have to thorough. You do keep maintenance records, right?
All claim forms must be submitted by June 27, 2015. Owners can learn more by visiting OilConsumptionSettlement.com.
]]>The pumps seemed fine and even came with built-in margins for fuels that were slightly out of specification. What the pumps couldn't handle is owners filling up their diesel engines with gasoline.
For the love of everything, don't do that!
Using gas for diesel engines would be like trying to replace my morning coffee with soy milk. Sure, I could swallow it but the result wouldn't be pretty. A little gas in a diesel engine will burn quickly and create a very low power output. A lot of gas in a diesel engine can cause the engine to blow or, you guessed it --- fuel pump to fail.
In 2013, VW started a service campaign to install bright yellow stickers near the gas cap to warn owners not to let this happen.
]]>Last week Volkswagen -- parent company of Audi -- recalled 26,000 cars for fuel injectors that leak. Just a couple days later they expanded that recall to include an additional 45,000 cars.
Owners had been complaining about the smell of gas inside the cabin. VW traced the issue to a bad soldering job where the sealing cap meets the fuel rail and blames the problem on their supplier. Looks like someone's getting grounded.
For more information about the problem and the range of manufacturing dates this affects, visit CarComplaints.com. VW owners with specific questions can contact customer service at 800-822-8987 and give them recall number 24BL. Audi owners can call 800-822-2834 and reference recall 24AP.
]]>Earlier this year, Audi recalled 26,000 cars with fuel injectors that leak. Anytime there's a fuel leak near an ignition source, very bad things can happen. The recall was announced in January and should have begun on March 10th, 2015, but I wanted to make sure you knew about it ... because I care.
Audi says the fuel injector valve is out of position while driving in the following cars:
If you haven't received your recall notice or had your car fixed yet, you can call your local dealer or contact Audi at 800-822-2834 and refer to recall number 24AP (VW owners call 800-893-5298 and use recall 24BK).
]]>Audi discovered a problem during routine testing in August 2014 when it found an improper algorithm in the air bag control module. Audi found if a crash triggers the deployment of the side air bags, a second impact to the front of the vehicle may not trigger the front air bags to deploy.
The recalled vehicles include any 2013-2015 Audi A4 and S4 manufactured between February 16, 2012 and October 21, 2014 or any 2013-2015 Audi Allroad vehicles manufactured between March 12, 2012 and October 21, 2014.
]]>The lawsuit alleged that 126,000 Audi vehicles with a 2.0L turbocharged engine were oil guzzling machines -- sometimes at a rate of 1 quart per 1,000 miles.
The lawsuit named the following vehicles, all with an engine code of CAEB, in particular:
For current owners and lessees of those vehicles, Audi's settlement agreement will:
For more information on the lawsuit and Audi's defense visit CarComplaints.com.
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