2017-2018 Audi A3: Recall Alert
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Vehicles Affected: Approximately 8,400 model-year 2017-18 Audi A3 cabriolets and sedans
The Problem: The engine control unit software may misinterpret the flywheel rotation on engine startup as a “knocking” condition, and the adjusted air/fuel mixture may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The Fix: Dealers will reprogram the ECU software for free.
What Owners Should Do: Audi parent Volkswagen Group will begin to notify owners Sept. 29. Owners can call the automaker at 800-253-2834, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.
Need to Find a Dealer for Service? Go to Cars.com Service & Repair to find your local dealer.
