Audi A3: Starter Motor May Malfunction And Overheat
Audi is recalling 5,208 A3 vehicles with diesel engines and stop/start systems because the starter motor solenoid switch may have a bent or broken return spring, causing the starter to remain continuously active. This can lead to the starter motor overheating and potentially catching fire. Audi will replace the solenoid switch in affected vehicles.
- Recalling firm
- AUDI
- Product
- Vehicles: AUDI A3. Units affected: 5,208
- Reason
- On vehicles with diesel engines and stop/start system the starter motor may be permanently activated because the return spring in the solenoid switch is bent or broken. If the permanent current supply to the starter motor is not noticed overheating of the component with local scorching damage and a vehicle fire is possible. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the solenoid switch.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2018-03-07
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/1dc29a8f-e3bf-465f-9081-57ef94458492