8000 cars recalled over faulty wiring

8000 cars recalled over faulty wiring

Nearly 8000 Audi automobiles have been recalled after a wiring fault was detected.

The Department of Transport issued the discover that 7758 Audi Q2 and Audi A3 fashions bought between 2019 and 2023 had been affected.

“Due to an installation defect, the internal fuse box wiring harness may become loose,” the division’s recall discover warned.

“If this occurs, the instrument cluster may fail to illuminate, internal, external lamps may switch off, and the vehicle may experience a sudden loss of motive power whilst driving.”

Assignment Freelance Picture The recall affects Audi Q2 and Audi A3 models that were sold between
 2019 and 2023. Picture: Audi Australia
Camera IconThe recall impacts Audi Q2 and Audi A3 fashions bought between 2019 and 2023. Audi Australia Credit: News Corp Australia

However, the division said drivers would nonetheless be capable of steer and brake even within the occasion of a failure.

“A sudden loss of motive power and reduced or poor visibility whilst driving could increase the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users,” the discover stated.

Any house owners affected within the recall can count on to be contacted by Audi.

Audi dealerships will restore the fault freed from cost.

For extra info, house owners can contact Audi Australia on 1800 502 834 or electronic mail them on customerassistance@audi-info.com.au.

Source: www.perthnow.com.au