1997 Audi A6 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1997 Audi A6. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 97V175000Oct 8, 199739,300 vehicles potentially affected
  Air bags › Frontal
  Covers: Audi A6 1995–1997, 90 1995–1997, A4 1995–1997 +2 more

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The discharge of static electricity under low humidity conditions can activate the driver side air bag when the driver enters or exits the vehicle and forms an electrical circuit by touching certain areas of the steering wheel.

  Possible consequence: Activation of the air bag under these conditions can cause personal injury.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a ground wire on the driver side air bag.

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• 97V115000Jul 22, 199712 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Rear/other
  Covers: Audi A6 1997, A4 1997

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may not lock properly when engaged, or not remain locked after being engaged.

  Possible consequence: In the event of a crash, an improperly locking seat belt could cause injury to an occupant.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear seat belt assembly.

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← All problems reported for the 1997 Audi A6