Audi Recall 17V-622: Electrical system – wiring

Affected: 2013–2016 Audi A4 Allroad, 2013–2016 Audi A5, 2013–2016 Audi Q5. Filed with NHTSA on October 5, 2017, covering about 216,913 vehicles.

The problem

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles. Contact corrosion within the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater may cause the heater wires to overheat or melt.

The risk

The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The Recall began November 27, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 80C5 and 80C6.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign17V-622 (17V622000)
Manufacturer number80C5/80C6
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
ComponentElectrical system › Wiring
Report dateOctober 5, 2017
Owners notifiedNovember 27, 2017
Vehicles affected216,913
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 17V-622 repair free?

Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The Recall began November 27, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 216,913 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.