Audi Q5, A6, A7 recall: Engine control units might be fitted with semiconductor components that do not meet specifications
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On a small number of vehicles manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the engine control units were fitted with semiconductor components which do not meet the specifications.
- What to do
- Contact a Audi dealer to book the free repair. The engine control unit must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On a small number of vehicles manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the engine control units were fitted with semiconductor components which do not meet the specifications.
The fix
The engine control unit must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q5 | 23 Jan 2022 | 9 Feb 2022 | 109 |
| A6 | 23 Jan 2022 | 9 Feb 2022 | 109 |
| A7 | 23 Jan 2022 | 9 Feb 2022 | 109 |
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 10 June 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.