2001 Audi A6 Windshield Wiper Entanglement Recall

Why This Matters: Impaired Visibility Risk

This recall, identified as NHTSA Campaign Number 01V202000, addresses a critical safety concern for the 2001 Audi A6. If the windshield wipers become entangled and stop working, especially during adverse weather conditions like heavy rain or snow, the driver's visibility can be severely impaired. This significantly increases the risk of a crash.

What's Being Recalled

The recall involves the windshield wiper system on the 2001 Audi A6. Specifically, when activating the windshield wiper under heavy load conditions such as freezing, snow, or heavy rain, one wiper could be delayed behind the other wiper. This delay can cause the wiper blades to overlap their wiping areas, leading to entanglement and a complete cessation of function.

How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected

This 2001 Audi A6 recall specifically applies to the 2001 Audi A6 model year. Owners of this model should contact their authorized Audi dealer to confirm if their vehicle is part of this campaign.

Manufacturer's Remedy

Audi dealers will replace the entire driver side wiper arm free of charge. Owner notification for this recall began on June 22, 2001. This repair addresses the potential for windshield wiper entanglement.

Important Owner Information

Owners who have taken their 2001 Audi A6 to an authorized dealer on an agreed-upon service date and have not received the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Audi directly at 1-866-892-2834. You can also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236) if you have further concerns.

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Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 01V202000