Auxiliary heater electrical connector may melt
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 audi a5 coupe, a5 cabriolet, a4 sedan, a4 allroad and q5 vehicles. contact corrosion within the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater may cause the heater wires to overheat or melt.
Safety Consequence
The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The recall began november 27, 2017. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 80c5 and 80c6.
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FAQ: Recall 17V622000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V622000?
NHTSA recall 17V622000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on October 5, 2017. It addresses: Auxiliary heater electrical connector may melt. The recall affects approximately 216,913 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V622000 or the manufacturer campaign number 80C5/80C6. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.