Audi A5 and A4 recall: Risk of overheating and failure of additional coolant pump
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles moisture may enter the electronic components and cause overheating and failure of the additional coolant pump. localised smoulder damage cannot be ruled out and in individual cases may cause vehicle to catch fire.
- What to do
- Contact a Audi dealer to book the free repair. The additional coolant pump must be replaced and in addition a software update of the engine control unit must be carried out
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles moisture may enter the electronic components and cause overheating and failure of the additional coolant pump. localised smoulder damage cannot be ruled out and in individual cases may cause vehicle to catch fire.
The fix
The additional coolant pump must be replaced and in addition a software update of the engine control unit must be carried out
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| A5 | 1 May 2011 | 31 May 2017 | 137 |
| A4 | 1 May 2011 | 31 May 2017 | 137 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 11 June 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.