1997 Audi A6 Rear Seat Belt Retractor Recall
Audi has issued a recall, NHTSA ID 97V115000, for certain 1997 Audi A6 vehicles due to rear seat belt retractors that may not lock properly. This issue could increase the risk of injury to an occupant in a crash. Dealers will replace the affected rear seat belt assemblies.
Why This Matters: Safety Risk
This 1997 Audi A6 recall is critical for occupant safety. If the rear seat belt retractors do not lock correctly, or fail to remain locked during a collision, occupants may not be properly restrained. This significantly increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
What's Being Recalled
This recall, identified by NHTSA ID 97V115000, affects certain 1997 Audi A6 passenger vehicles. The specific component at fault is the rear seat belt retractors. These retractors may not engage properly or maintain their locked position, compromising their effectiveness during an impact. The recall specifically targets the SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER component group.
Manufacturer's Remedy
To address this safety concern, Audi dealers will replace the entire rear seat belt assembly. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. This procedure ensures that the new seat belt retractors function correctly, providing proper restraint for occupants.
Important Owner Information
Audi has previously contacted all owners involved in this 1997 Audi A6 recall by telephone. Owners who have already been contacted and had their vehicles repaired should not expect further action regarding this specific recall. If you own a 1997 Audi A6 and have concerns about your rear seat belts, especially if you were not previously contacted or are unsure if the repair was completed, it is recommended to contact an authorized Audi dealership.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Recall ID: 97V115000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1997 Audi A6 recall (NHTSA ID 97V115000) about?
- The 1997 Audi A6 recall, NHTSA ID 97V115000, concerns rear seat belt retractors that may not lock properly or remain locked. This issue affects the safety of occupants during a crash.
- What is the safety risk associated with the rear seat belts in the 1997 Audi A6?
- The primary safety risk is that an improperly locking seat belt could fail to restrain an occupant effectively during a crash, increasing the potential for injury.
- How will Audi fix the rear seat belt issue for the 1997 Audi A6 recall?
- Audi dealers will replace the entire rear seat belt assembly to correct the defect. This repair will be provided at no cost to the vehicle owner.
- What should I do if I own a 1997 Audi A6 and haven't had this recall addressed?
- Audi has stated that they telephoned all owners involved in this campaign. If you believe your vehicle is affected and the repair has not been completed, you should contact an authorized Audi dealership to confirm your vehicle's status and arrange for the necessary 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 1997 model year
20 complaints, the 23rd most of 33 model years on file. Owners reported 0 crashes, 4 fires and 0 injuries for this year, which also has 2 recalls on file.
Seat Belts, the system this article covers, accounts for 22 of 1,665 complaints (1%).
Complaints by model year
| 1997 | 20 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 130 | |
| 1999 | 217 | |
| 2000 | 148 | |
| 2001 | 113 | |
| 2002 | 88 | |
| 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 1997 model year
- 97V175000 — Air Bags (Oct 1997)
- 97V115000 — Seat Belts (Jul 1997)
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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