Recall 06V-198: 1998–2004 Audi A6, 2001–2005 Audi Allroad
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jun 5, 2006, covering about 70,512 vehicles.
The problem
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with halogen low beam headlights, certain connector pins in the headlight switch connector come into contact with each other causing a short circuit. Note: vehicles with xenon low beam headlights are not affected because the circuit in these vehicles contains a fuse, which precludes excessive current flow in the case of a short circuit. Audi s6 and s6 avant vehicles are all equipped with xenon low beam headlights and, therefore, are not longer affected by this recall.
The risk
This condition could lead to overheating or fire.
The fix
Dealers will reroute the wiring harness by installing a jumper wiring harness. The recall began on december 16, 2006. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Notes
Volkswagen (Audi) recall no. Jn.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 06V198000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi A6 | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Audi Allroad | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 06V-198?
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with halogen low beam headlights, certain connector pins in the headlight switch connector come into contact with each other causing a short circuit. Note: vehicles with xenon low beam headlights are not affected because the circuit in these vehicles contains a fuse, which precludes excessive current flow in the case of a short circuit. Audi s6 and s6 avant vehicles are all equipped with xenon low beam headlights and, therefore, are not longer affected by this recall.
How is recall 06V-198 fixed?
Dealers will reroute the wiring harness by installing a jumper wiring harness. The recall began on december 16, 2006. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.