Auburn Hills, MI – September 16, 2023 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY), which owns the Audi brand, has recalled 7,499 cars with incorrectly labeled brake fluid caps. This may cause the driver to use the wrong type of brake fluid which may hinder the car’s braking ability, upping the risk of a crash.
Vehicles affected by this recall include:
- 2021 Audi RS6
- 2021 Audi RS7
- 2021 Audi S6
- 2021 Audi S7
- 2021 Audi A6 Allroad
- 2019 – 2021 Audi A6
- 2019 – 2021 Audi A7
Recall summary
The affected vehicles were fitted with a brake fluid cap which has incorrect information regarding the kind of fluid to use.
As a result, the owner may pour the wrong type of fluid into the reservoir which could damage the brake system.
Recall risks
The damage can reduce “braking ability,” increase stopping distance and augment the risk of a crash.
Other VW recalls
There was an Audi recall in November 2022 caused by a partial power loss, as reported.
In May 2023, over 35,000 ID.4 electric SUVs were recalled due to the risk of their doors opening while driving, also as reported.
The repair
Dealers will check the brake reservoir cap and replace it with the corresponding version free of charge.
Owners should receive letters with more information by October 17, 2023.
Is your vehicle a part of this recall?
Nearly 8,000 cars are affected by this Volkswagen brake cap recall. To do a Volkswagen recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
