2003 Audi A6 Fuel Pump Recall 06V017000
A recall for the 2003 Audi A6 addresses a potential issue with the fuel pump that could lead to engine stalling without warning. This recall, identified as NHTSA ID: 06V017000, affects vehicles equipped with 1.8L Turbo, 2.8L V6, or 3.0L engines.
Why This Matters
If the fuel flow to the engine is interrupted, the vehicle could stall unexpectedly. This sudden loss of power while driving presents a potential risk of a crash, making the 2003 Audi A6 recall a critical safety concern.
What's Being Recalled
This 2003 Audi A6 recall involves vehicles produced between September 2002 and March 2003. Specifically, it affects models equipped with 1.8L Turbo, 2.8L V6, or 3.0L engines. The issue stems from a change in the electrical motor components within the fuel pump. This change can cause the fuel pump to become inoperative, leading to a stoppage of fuel supply to the engine and, ultimately, an engine stall.
Manufacturer's Remedy
To resolve this safety concern, authorized Audi dealers will install new fuel pumps on affected vehicles free of charge. The recall, identified as VW Recall No. M7 and Audi Recall No. JL, began on April 10, 2006. Owners of vehicles subject to this 2003 Audi A6 recall can contact Volkswagen at 1-800-222-8987 or Audi at 1-800-822-2834 for more information or to schedule a repair.
Source: NHTSA ID: 06V017000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the specific problem addressed by the 2003 Audi A6 recall?
- The recall addresses a defect in the fuel pump's electrical motor components, which can cause the pump to become inoperative. This leads to a stoppage of fuel supply and can cause the engine to stall.
- Which Audi A6 models are affected by the fuel pump recall?
- This recall primarily affects 2003 Audi A6 vehicles produced from September 2002 to March 2003, specifically those equipped with 1.8L Turbo, 2.8L V6, or 3.0L engines.
- What is the recall number for this Audi A6 fuel pump issue?
- The recall is identified by NHTSA ID: 06V017000. Audi's internal recall number for this campaign is JL, and Volkswagen's is M7.
- How will Audi fix the fuel pump problem?
- Audi dealers will replace the affected fuel pumps with new ones free of charge to the owner. You can contact Audi or Volkswagen customer service for details on scheduling the repair.
What Audi A6 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 33 model years.
- 1,665
- Owner complaints
- 55
- Recalls
- 5,316
- Service bulletins
- 64
- Crashes reported
- 71
- Fires reported
- 65
- Injuries reported
The 2003 model year
66 complaints, the 10th most of 33 model years on file. Owners reported 1 crash, 5 fires and 1 injury for this year, which also has 7 recalls on file.
Fuel System and Gasoline, the system this article covers, accounts for 150 of 1,665 complaints (9%), including 18 for 2003.
Complaints by model year
| 1998 | 130 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 217 | |
| 2000 | 148 | |
| 2001 | 113 | |
| 2002 | 88 | |
| 2003 | 66 | |
| 2005 | 91 | |
| 2006 | 67 | |
| 2008 | 71 | |
| 2019 | 114 |
Most-reported systems
- Electrical System — 396
- Air Bags — 316
- Service Brakes — 161
- Fuel System — 150
- Engine — 130
Latest recalls for the 2003 model year
- 11V267000 — Fuel System, Other (May 2011)
- 08V157000 — Fuel System, Gasoline (Apr 2008)
- 07V375000 — Fuel System, Gasoline (Aug 2007)
Recent owner reports about fuel system and gasoline
At times when driving the car the acceleration becomes slow and it stalls with a jerk like it's going to just stop also, when the car is put in reverse gear it will not move. I am stuck. The prnd flashing on the dashboard.
Read owner complaints →Tl* the contact owns a 2003 audi a6. The contact stated that the service engine warning light illuminated. The contact mentioned a loud noise coming from the front of the vehicle intermittently.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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