Q7

Fire Motor vehicles Serious risk
Alert NumberA12/00070/19
BrandAudi
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeFire
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginGermany
Model NumberType-approval number: e1 * 2001/116 * 0350 *, Type: 4L
Published10 January 2020

Risk Description

Due to the incompatibility of the control software with the heating film used for the front camera on the windscreen, significant overheating may occur when the heating element is controlled after the ignition is switched on or at low temperatures. This may lead to a smouldering and increase the risk of the vehicle catching fire.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Passenger car under Audi recall code: 90N7.

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