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AUDI Recall Check

Checking AUDI Recall Notices When Buying a Used AUDI Car

Purchasing a used AUDI car can be a savvy financial decision, but it also comes with its own set of challenges and risks. One critical aspect that can often be overlooked is checking for any outstanding recall notices on the vehicle. Recalls are issued by AUDI to address safety issues that could potentially lead to accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Hence, ignoring them could be perilous. In this article, we discuss why it's important to check for recall notices and how you can go about doing it.

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Why Check for Recalls?

Manufacturers issue recalls when they discover defects or issues that may compromise the safety of a vehicle. These defects can range from faulty airbags and brakes to electrical system malfunctions. When you purchase a used AUDI car, it may have one or more such unresolved issues that the previous owner didn't address. Ensuring that any recall work has been completed not only safeguards you and your passengers but also adds to the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.

Steps to Check for Recall Notices

Checking for recall notices might seem like a daunting task, but it is fairly straightforward. Here are some simple steps you can follow:

Obtain the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN is a unique 17-character serial number that can usually be found on the driver’s side dashboard or inside the driver’s side door. It can also be found in the vehicle's registration and insurance documents.
Enter the VIN: Enter your VIN number here to carry out a free recall check. The results will provide details on the specific issues and whether they have been resolved.
Search by Make & Manufacturer: Select the Vehicle Type, Manufacturer, and model to carry out a vehicle recall check here.
Contact the Manufacturer or Local Dealer: If you find any outstanding recalls, contact the vehicle manufacturer or your local dealer to get them resolved. Most recall work is done free of charge.

Additional Tips

Ask for Maintenance Records: Request maintenance and repair records from the seller, which may indicate if recall work has already been done.
Use Our Services: There are several services available online that compile vehicle history reports, including recall information. Though there will be a small fee if you want the complete history, it can be well worth the peace of mind.
Stay Updated: Sign up for email alerts from the manufacturer to receive notifications of any future recalls.

Conclusion

Ensuring that a used car is free from any unresolved recall notices is a key step in the car-buying process. It's a simple yet essential practice that can help you avoid potential safety hazards and costly repairs down the road. By taking the time to check, you'll contribute to a safer driving experience for yourself and others on the road.

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We have AUDI recalls for the models below.

“Audi”

A3 Cabriolet

A3 e

A4 Cabrio

A4 Cabriolet

A6 Allroad Quattro

A6 Avant

Audi A3

e-tron

model A8

Q3 e-tron

Q3 RS

Q3 Sportback

Q3 Sportback e-tron

Q4 (Q4 35 e

Q4 e

Q5 Hybrid

Q8 e

R8 Coupe

R8 Spyder

RS 3

RS4

RS4 Cabriolet

RS6

RS6 and S7

RS7

RSQ8

S4 Cabriolet

S8+

SQ5 TDI

SQ5 TDI plus

SQ7

SQ8

tron

tron 55

tron GT

tron GT, RS e

tron Sportback

tron, Q3 e

tron, Q4 40 e

tron, Q4 e

tron, Q8 e

tron)

TT Coupe

TT Roadster

TT RS Coupe

TT RS Roadster

TTS Coupe

TTS Roadster

18/06/2021 - Audi
A4, A4 Cabrio, RS4, A6, RS6

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The propellant used in the airbag inflator of the passenger airbags, manufactured by Takata, may experience a material alteration over time due to degradation occurring after prolonged exposure to high absolute humidity and high-temperature cycling. In the event of an airbag being deployed, the excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing injury to the occupants.

Model Numbers:

Types: 8E, 8H, QB, 4F, 4F1, e1*2001/116*0151*, e1*2001/116*0177*, e1*2001/116*0243*, e1*2001/116*0254*, e1*2001/116*0276*, e13*2007/46*1080*

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 12 May 2003 and 29 September 2011.

Recall Code:

69R7

For more information and see the full recall View

18/06/2021 - Audi
A4, A4 Cabrio, RS4, A6, RS6

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Types: 8E, 8H, QB, 4F, 4F1, e1*2001/116*0151*, e1*2001/116*0177*, e1*2001/116*0243*, e1*2001/116*0254*, e1*2001/116*0276*, e13*2007/46*1080*

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 12 May 2003 and 29 September 2011.

Recall Code:

69R7

For more information and see the full recall View

18/06/2021 - Audi
A4, A4 Cabrio, RS4, A6, RS6

No Image available

Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Types: 8E, 8H, QB, 4F, 4F1, e1*2001/116*0151*, e1*2001/116*0177*, e1*2001/116*0243*, e1*2001/116*0254*, e1*2001/116*0276*, e13*2007/46*1080*

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 12 May 2003 and 29 September 2011.

Recall Code:

69R7

For more information and see the full recall View

04/06/2021 - Audi
A4, A5, A6, A7

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The vehicles may be fitted with a towbar with a swivel mechanism that may have a defective locking pin.As a result, the pin could break while driving, increasing the risk of an accident.

Model Numbers:

e1*2007/46*1801*, e1*2001/116*0430*, Types: F2, B8

Production Dates:

January 2018, plus accessory retrofits from August 2015 to December 2018

Recall Code:

66M7

For more information and see the full recall View

04/06/2021 - Audi
A4, A5, A6, A7

No Image available

Check This Car for the following recall:

The vehicles may be fitted with a towbar with a swivel mechanism that may have a defective locking pin.As a result, the pin could break while driving, increasing the risk of an accident.

Model Numbers:

e1*2007/46*1801*, e1*2001/116*0430*, Types: F2, B8

Production Dates:

January 2018, plus accessory retrofits from August 2015 to December 2018

Recall Code:

66M7

For more information and see the full recall View

04/06/2021 - Audi
A4, A5, A6, A7

No Image available

Check This Car for the following recall:

The vehicles may be fitted with a towbar with a swivel mechanism that may have a defective locking pin.As a result, the pin could break while driving, increasing the risk of an accident.

Model Numbers:

e1*2007/46*1801*, e1*2001/116*0430*, Types: F2, B8

Production Dates:

January 2018, plus accessory retrofits from August 2015 to December 2018

Recall Code:

66M7

For more information and see the full recall View

04/06/2021 - Audi
A4, A5, A6, A7

No Image available

Check This Car for the following recall:

The vehicles may be fitted with a towbar with a swivel mechanism that may have a defective locking pin.As a result, the pin could break while driving, increasing the risk of an accident.

Model Numbers:

e1*2007/46*1801*, e1*2001/116*0430*, Types: F2, B8

Production Dates:

January 2018, plus accessory retrofits from August 2015 to December 2018

Recall Code:

66M7

For more information and see the full recall View

21/05/2021 - Audi
Q3, Q3 RS

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The safety belt restraint system might only work to a limited extent in the event of sharp braking or lateral tilting of the vehicle.This will lead to an increased risk of injury.

Model Numbers:

e1*2007/46*1900*, e1*2007/46*2038*, Type: F3

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 1 February and 31 March 2021

Recall Code:

69CA

For more information and see the full recall View

21/05/2021 - Audi
Q3, Q3 RS

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The safety belt restraint system might only work to a limited extent in the event of sharp braking or lateral tilting of the vehicle.This will lead to an increased risk of injury.

Model Numbers:

e1*2007/46*1900*, e1*2007/46*2038*, Type: F3

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 1 February and 31 March 2021

Recall Code:

69CA

For more information and see the full recall View

07/05/2021 - Audi
A6, A7

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Due manufacturing defect in the instrument panel, the deployment of the airbag could be impeded.This could impair its protective potential and could lead to plastic parts become detached when the airbag is activated, increasing the risk of injury in the event of an accident.

Model Numbers:

e1*2007/46*1801*, Type F2

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between December 2017 and December 2020.

Recall Code:

70i2

For more information and see the full recall View

07/05/2021 - Audi
A6, A7

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

e1*2007/46*1801*, Type F2

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between December 2017 and December 2020.

Recall Code:

70i2

For more information and see the full recall View

16/04/2021 - Audi
A6, A7, A8, Q7, Q8

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Faulty crash sensors for the airbag restraint systems may have been installed in both the front doors.This could impair the protective effect of the side airbags, head airbags and/or belt tensioners, increasing the risk of injury in the event of an accident.

Model Numbers:

Types: F2, F8, 4L, e1 * 2007/46 * 1801, e1 * 2007/46 * 1751, e1 * 2001/116 * 0350

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between July and September 2020.

Recall Code:

69BM

For more information and see the full recall View