Recalls
Recall 131536
USA Recall: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 audi a3 cabriolet and a3 sedan vehicles. the engine control unit (ecu) software may misinterpret the flywheel rotation on engine start-up as a "knocking" condition, and the adjusted air/fuel mixture may result in an engine stall.
Corrective Action:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ecu software, free of charge. the recall began september 19, 2017. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 24df.
Additional 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.safercar.gov.
Affected Vehicles