2001 AUDI A6 Recalls (7)

Campaign:
01V157000 on 05/17/2001
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Manufactured:
08/13/1997 - 11/14/2000
Affected:
70,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. sulfur in fuel interacts with certain additives found in widely available gasoline causing sulfur to become deposited on the contact points of three fuel sending units mounted inside the fuel tank. this could cause the fuel gauge to read full while the fuel tank may not in fact be full or could be empty.
Consequence:
Running out of fuel without warning while the fuel gauge indicates that there is sufficient fuel in the tank lead to safety problems.
Correction:
Dealers will remove the existing fuel level sending units and replace them with fuel level sending units using a new alloy composed of gold, silver, and a small amount of nickel, which will not chemically react with sulfur. vw/audi will also call back vehicles that were repaired under a previous recall last june in order to install the updated fuel sending units nhtsa 00v137/audi lb). owner notification began may 1, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact audi at 1-866-892-2834.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01V202000 on 07/01/2001
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Manufactured:
07/31/2000 - 01/30/2001
Affected:
2,837
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles (allroad). when activating the windshield wiper under heavy load conditions such as freezing, snow or heavy rain, one wiper could be delayed behind the other wiper.
Consequence:
If that happens, the wiper blades, because they overlap wiping areas, could become entangled with each other and cease functioning. this could impair the driver's visibility.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the entire driver side wiper arm. owner notification began june 22, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact audi at 1-866-892-2834.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
03V143000 on 04/21/2003
Component:
Tires
Manufactured:
10/31/2000 - 07/30/2001
Affected:
1,360
Defect:
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.7l engines fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." the calculated "vehicle normal load" exceeds the allowable weight of the axle load with tire dimension 225/45r 17 91y by 19kg.
Correction:
Dealers will replace all five tires. owner notification began on september 19, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Notes:
Vw recall no. lv.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
04V133000 on 03/21/2004
Component:
Electrical system
Manufactured:
08/13/1997 - 02/11/2004
Affected:
172,866
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles, if a driver's knees push against the knee bolster (crash element) located under the dashboard, it can contact the headlight switch wiring harness, and an electrical short could occur.
Consequence:
A fire could originate in the left dashboard area.
Correction:
Dealers will install a protective covering on the knee bolster (crash element). in addition, the wiring harness as well as the felt protector on the left side of the dashboard carrier will be checked, and replaced if necessary. the recall began on july 26, 2004. owners should contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06V198000 on 06/06/2006
Component:
Electrical system
Manufactured:
07/31/1997 - 06/29/2005
Affected:
70,512
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with halogen low beam headlights, certain connector pins in the headlight switch connector come into contact with each other causing a short circuit. note: vehicles with xenon low beam headlights are not affected because the circuit in these vehicles contains a fuse, which precludes excessive current flow in the case of a short circuit. audi s6 and s6 avant vehicles are all equipped with xenon low beam headlights and, therefore, are not longer affected by this recall.
Consequence:
This condition could lead to overheating or fire.
Correction:
Dealers will reroute the wiring harness by installing a jumper wiring harness. the recall began on december 16, 2006. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Notes:
Volkswagen (audi) recall no. jn.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
08V157000 on 04/07/2008
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Manufactured:
06/01/2001 - 05/31/2005
Affected:
68,240
Defect:
Volkswagen is recalling 68,240 my 2001-2004 audi a6 quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7l, 2.8l, or 3.0l engines and my 2001-2005 allroad quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7l or 4.2l engines. the aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve nipple may lead to cracking of the nipple. if this happens, a fuel leak may result.
Consequence:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.
Correction:
Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. the recall began on june 27, 2008. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Notes:
Vw recall no. 20l8/jy.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
11V267000 on 05/02/2011
Component:
Fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly
Manufactured:
05/12/2003 - 03/08/2004
Affected:
5,992
Defect:
Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 audi a6, model year 2002-2003 s6 and model year 2003 rs6 vehicles equipped with 4.2l engines and manufactured from june 19, 2001, through june 8, 2004. the aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve nipple may lead to cracking of the nipple. if this happens, a fuel leak may result.
Consequence:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.
Correction:
Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. the recall is expected to begin during june 2011. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Notes:
Volkswagen safety recall no. 20l8/jy.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

2001 AUDI A6 TSBs (72)

Bulletin:
ALS0101
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Information regarding the electrical wiring diagrams, troubleshooting and component locations manual. *tt
Bulletin:
5
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Repair manual technical bulletin binder containing electrical wiring diagrams, troubleshooting and component locations (edition 06.00). *tt
Bulletin:
0102
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Customer states tires are noisy, exhibiting a saw-tooth pattern. *jg
Bulletin:
0102
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Subject regarding tires, eliminating noise. *jg
Bulletin:
LQ
Component:
162200 structure:body:bumpers
Summary:
Service action campaign - installation of front bumper guides. *tt
Bulletin:
0401
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Oil leak in area of turbocharger. *mj
Bulletin:
0421
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Emission warranty extension for oxygen sensor. *tt
Bulletin:
0408
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Long term fuel trim - system too rich. diagnostic trouble code p1123, p1125, p1137 and p1139. *tt
Bulletin:
0406
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Udpate programming (flashing) engine control module (ecm) to correct cold start engine stumble. *tt
Bulletin:
0402
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Valve cover, diagnosing oil leakage from gaskets. *tt
Bulletin:
0406
Component:
062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
Summary:
Coolant leak at oil cooler hoses. *tt
Bulletin:
480501
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Power steering, noisy. to include 2006 models. *tt
Bulletin:
0501
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Secondary air injection (air) pump motor -v101- is noisy. *tt
Bulletin:
0502
Component:
063140 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor
Summary:
Update programming for catalytic converter system (ic). *tt update. *tt
Bulletin:
190504
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
The coolant reservoir is diagnosed to be leaking and intended to be replaced. *tt
Bulletin:
0504
Component:
063140 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor
Summary:
Three way catalyst, catalytic efficiency diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) stored in dtc memory. *tt
Bulletin:
0502
Component:
181000 vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Summary:
Unnecessary ecm and/or accelerator pedal replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
320501
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Mil illuminated, dtc 17125 stored in transmission fault memory-no driveability concern. torque converter clutch circuit performance or stuck off stored in transmission fault memory. *sc
Bulletin:
0402
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Oil leaks from upper engine areas, diagnostic guidelines. *tt
Bulletin:
0526
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Authorization requirements for automatic transmissions. *tt
Bulletin:
20056243
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Headlight aiming, using hella universal beamsetter. *kb
Bulletin:
20036582
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Loses power or will not move after stop. *kb
Bulletin:
260702
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Mil on (dtc's p0300, p0411, p1128, p1130, p1411, p1423). this could be caused by a cracked or broken vacuum hose. *kb
Bulletin:
0715
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Exterior lights, moisture accumulation. *nj
Bulletin:
AWA-08-04
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Engine coolant temperature sensor warranty extension for certain 2001-2004 model year audi vehicles. *pe
Bulletin:
AWA-08-03
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Audi service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. engine coolant temperature sensor warranty extension for certain 2001-2004 audi model year vehicles. csc was received *pe
Bulletin:
2012749-2
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Exterior lights, mositure accumulation. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-44-08-14
Component:
203000 wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts
Summary:
Audi: wheel bolts require torque adjustment. torque sticks and torque extension bars are not approved by audi of america, inc. and should not be used to apply torque to wheel bolts. all audi models included. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-45-08-04
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Audi: abs activates during light brake application . control noises are heard from the abs unit at low speed without brake application. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-94-07-15
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Audio: exterior lights, moisture accumulation. condensation is visible on the inside of headlights, taillights, fog lights, side marker lights, front turn signal or third brake light lens. damp air settles on the inside of a cold lens,
Bulletin:
SA-28F2 J1
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Audi: (revised) vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. if this happens, the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) will illuminate to let you know that the vehicle may experience
Bulletin:
TSB-28F2-REV 7
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Audi: gasoline engine vehicles inspect, and if necessary, replace ignition coils. vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. (added phase 7-april 10 vin information).malfuncti
Bulletin:
SAC-28F2-REV
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Audi: gasoline engine vehicles; inspect, and if necessary, replace ignition coils. vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. added final mailing phase-8/10 vin information.
Bulletin:
37-13-07
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Audi: some vehicles may lack power or will not move after stop due to simultaneously depressing the brake and accelerator pedals. *js
Bulletin:
TSB-44-13-46
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Audi: on certain vehicles, use calibrated torque wrench and not torque sticks, torque extension bars and impact guns/wrenches not approved for usage on wheel bolts by manufacturer, that can cause damage to brake, steering wheel, hub. mode
Bulletin:
SB-01-15-29
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Audi: engine, on some vehicles, would run irregularly or have malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on or possible filter element for camshaft adjustment valve can loosen and in oil circuit, there is no damage from loosened particles. model al
Bulletin:
A011514 2014753-
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 01 number 13-09 dated june 21, 2013. the use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves,
Bulletin:
A101511 2018288-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 10 number 13-10 dated september 5, 2013. prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed. if the engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is pos
Bulletin:
A171557 2010043-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 17 number 13-35 dated january 9, 2013. this bulletin lists engine oils that meet audi oil quality standards (vw 501 01, 502 00, 505 00, 505 01, and 504 00/507 00).
Bulletin:
A911579 2038824-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 91 number 14-69 dated november 4, 2014. the following message appears on the mmi display: "device or cable type not supported". the ami cable being used is a genuine audi-branded cable with an aud
Bulletin:
A941565 2012749-
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 94 number 12-92 dated october 24, 2012. condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake l
Bulletin:
A971548 2013504-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 97 number 10-15 dated october 20, 2010. sporadic fault memory entries are stored in various control modules. contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) if incorrect pins or incorrect methods for curre
Bulletin:
A011507 2028344-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 01 number 13-69 dated february 14, 2013. noises and inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase. the customer may misinterpret these symptoms as engine misfiri
Bulletin:
A101310 2018288-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 10 number 10-02 dated september 14, 2010. prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed. if the vehicle's engine experienced a serious mechanical problem
Bulletin:
A901341 2010353-
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 90 number 10-14 dated august 10, 2010. cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -u1- to begin the heating process, or the lighter element will not automatically release once
Bulletin:
A441346 2010334-
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 44 number 12-32 dated august 2, 2012. wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by audi of america, inc., and should no
Bulletin:
A191450 2025303-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 19 number 13-41 dated june 20, 2013. discontinuation and mixing of audi-approved engine coolants. g11, g12, and g12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. g12++ coolant (for service
Bulletin:
A371431 2013002-
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 37 number 11-19 dated january 31, 2011. automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket. as the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak.
Bulletin:
A371430 2003658-
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 37 number 13-07 dated may 29, 2013. customer states that the engine returns to idle speed of approximately 1,400 rpm although the accelerator is depressed, and/or the vehicle hesitates (lacks powe
Bulletin:
A001467 2002047-
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 00 number 14-61 dated may 1, 2014. technician preparation when calling the audi technical assistance center (tac).
Bulletin:
A941292 2012749-
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 94 number 11-52 dated october 11, 2011. condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake
Bulletin:
A171232 2018550-
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 17 number 12 - 31 dated august 30, 2012. oil consumption measurement - repair authorization (ca). in order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal
Bulletin:
A191341 2025303-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 19 number 13-35 dated march 25, 2013. discontinuation and mixing of audi-approved engine coolants. g11, g12, and g12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. g12++ coolant (for service
Bulletin:
A011309 2014753-
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 00 number 10-01 dated february 5, 2010. excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves, intake manifold, fuel injectors and combustion chambers. engine runs rough after cold start. excessive
Bulletin:
A001578 2021205-
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 00 number 10-05 dated june 14, 2010. vin plate and/or b-pillar safety certification label requires replacement.
Bulletin:
A201559 2011703-
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 20 number 13-29 dated november 15, 2013. the fuel tank has been removed from the vehicle and must be neutralized before shipment or disposal. when the fuel tank in a vehicle is replaced, the origi
Bulletin:
A451510 2042048-
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Vehicle will not communicate with diagnostic scan tool or emissions test equipment. customers may have issues with vehicle passing state im emissions test programs because the scan tool cannot communicate with the vehicle. abs and/or brake
Bulletin:
A191562 2025303-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 19 number 15-61 dated july 7, 2015. discontinuation and mixing of audi-approved engine coolants. g11, g12, and g12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. g12++ coolant (for service a
Bulletin:
A571385 2017082-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 57 number 13-82 dated february 5, 2013. central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently. the locks can still be operated manually. missing synchronization betwe
Bulletin:
A191335 2025303-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 19 number 11-19 dated february 10, 2011. discontinuation and mixing of audi-approved engine coolants. g11, g12, and g12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. g12++ coolant (for serv
Bulletin:
A001348 2002047-
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 00 number 11-19 dated april 8, 2011. this tsb contains information on technician preparation when calling the audi technical assistance center
Bulletin:
A571382 2017082-
Component:
170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 57 number 11-55 dated august 22, 2011. central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently. the locks can still be operated manually. missing synchronization betwee
Bulletin:
2013_06_ATU Audi
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This document contains information on the audi side assist update.
Bulletin:
A441455 2010334-
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 44 number 13-46 dated december 9, 2013. wheel bolt requires torque adjustment.
Bulletin:
A001470 2039206-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. audi of america has started to host its tsb videos outside of
Bulletin:
Accessories Oper
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This is an advance notice for audi of america employees. this notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin.
Bulletin:
A941791 2012749-
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l
Bulletin:
A441662 2010334-
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
This information tsb provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt.
Bulletin:
A571738 2017082-
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains instructions for sychronizing the remote key after the battery has been disconnected or replaced.
Bulletin:
ATE-17-05
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (hve ppe) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (hybrid, plugin hybrid, electric vehicle), the volkswagen tools and equipment team has identified
Bulletin:
A171782 2010043-
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains all the the audi oil quality standards that should be used when doing an oil change.
Bulletin:
A1915612025303-5
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 19 number 14-50 dated june 20, 2014. discontinuation and mixing of audi-approved engine coolants. g11, g12, and g12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. g12++ coolant (for service

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