Can the Audi Starter Generator Recall Be Skipped?
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Audi starter generator recall cannot be skipped without replacement. The specific reasons are as follows: 1. Presence of injection molding pores: Starting from June 5, 2020, imported A4 Avant and A5 vehicles, as well as domestically produced A4L, A6L, and Q5L vehicles manufactured before August 31, 2019, are being recalled. From September 29, 2020, domestically produced A4L, A6L, and Q5L vehicles manufactured after September 1, 2019, are being recalled. Due to supplier manufacturing issues, some starter generators within the recall scope may have small injection molding pores inside the inverter. When moisture accumulates in these pores, it may cause electrolytic short circuits in the internal electronic components of the inverter, potentially leading to localized heat buildup inside the starter generator. In extreme cases, there is a possibility of vehicle fire, posing a safety hazard. 2. Free replacement: FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. will authorize Audi dealers to replace the starter generators free of charge for vehicles within the recall scope to eliminate the safety hazard. To ensure timely supply of spare parts, the starter generators used in this recall will be Audi original remanufactured parts. These remanufactured parts use permanent waterproof coatings to seal the conductive brackets of the starter generator inverter, thereby preventing moisture from entering the conductive brackets and causing internal short circuits. FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. confirms that the Audi original remanufactured parts fully meet Audi's quality standards and will provide an extended warranty service of ten years with unlimited mileage for the replaced starter generators.
