Volkswagen Group of America (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.
Volkswagen Group of America – Auxiliary Heater Connector may Overheat
| Report Received Date | 12/05/2018 |
| NHTSA ID | 18V862000 |
| Consequence Summary | The extra resistance can cause the connector to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective Action | 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. |
| Recall Code | 82C1 |
| Potentially Affected | 845 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V862000) |
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