Recall 23V601000: 2019–2021 Audi A6, 2021 Audi A6 Allroad, 2019–2021 Audi A7 +4 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 25, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 7,499
- Models
- 7
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, RS7, RS6 Avant, A6 Allroad, 2019-2021 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.
The risk
Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47T9.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2019 Audi A6
- 2020 Audi A6
- 2021 Audi A6
- 2021 Audi A6 Allroad
- 2019 Audi A7
- 2020 Audi A7
- 2021 Audi A7
- 2021 Audi RS 6 Avant
- 2021 Audi RS 7
- 2021 Audi S6
- 2021 Audi S7
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V601000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 47T9
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Sep 25, 2023
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic:fluid (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology