Many seasoned drivers and car enthusiasts know the importance of vehicle safety and maintenance all too well.

After all, if a person's car is not in a state of proper working order, it can not only be inconvenient and expensive in the long run, but it can also be disastrous and life-threatening without the right precautions.

Unfortunately, this has been the case recently for some Audi drivers, as the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts has just issued a recall notice for almost 8,000 Audi A3 and Q2 models made between 2019 and 2023.

Audi issued a product recall for Q2 and A3 models made between 2019 and 2023 due to an ‘installation defect'. Image source: Shutterstock.

According to the department, the reason for the recall is due to an 'installation defect' with the car's internal fuse box, where the wiring harness could become loose, leading the vehicle to 'experience a sudden loss of motive power whilst driving'.

Not only could this sudden power loss make the cars unresponsive to steering and acceleration, but the instrument cluster, which is the screen in front of the steering wheel that displays the speedometer and rev counter, may fail to light up. Lamps inside or outside the car could also suddenly turn off.

As the warning states: '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.'

However, if and when the installation fault occurs, drivers will still be able to steer the car properly and apply the brakes when necessary.

If Audi drivers experience any of the issues listed above, it's best to contact the customer service department of Audi Australia as soon as possible to schedule an appointment to repair the defect.

You can contact them at 1800 502 834 or email [email protected].

Audi is also in the process of contacting affected owners to schedule an appointment for repair, and the work will reportedly be carried out free of charge.

Just recently, another car recall was issued by Ford for 4,841 Ranger and Everest cars built between 2021 and 2023 due to a software issue.

According to the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts, this could cause the transmission to shift to ‘park’ when travelling at speeds below 6km/h, resulting in sudden braking and the failure of the rear brake lights to activate—this could 'potentially increase the risk of an accident, causing injury or death'.

You can read more about this recall here.

Key Takeaways

• Almost 8,000 Audi A3 and Q2 models made between 2019 and 2023 have been recalled over a defect with the car’s internal fuse box.
  
• The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts has stated that an 'installation defect' could cause the wiring harness in the fuse box to become loose.
  
• The defect could lead to a sudden loss of power while driving, potential failure of the instrument cluster, and the turning off of lamps inside or outside the car.
  
• Affected owners will be contacted by Audi for a free repair. They may also contact Audi at 1800 502 834 or email [email protected].
  

Apart from this most recent recall, we also advise all drivers to check their vehicles regularly to ensure their cars meet the required safety standards.

Do you or anyone you know own an Audi A3 and/or Q2 model? Share this story with them to help keep the roads safer for everyone.

So, how often do you get your cars checked, dear members? Let us know in the comments below!

 

[TheThinker]

Ah, yes, Audi rhymes with "Howdy", who can ever forget? Apparently it also rhymes with "Danger" now too!

 

[Duchess1234]

Many seasoned drivers and car enthusiasts know the importance of vehicle safety and maintenance all too well.

After all, if a person's car is not in a state of proper working order, it can not only be inconvenient and expensive in the long run, but it can also be disastrous and life-threatening without the right precautions.

Unfortunately, this has been the case recently for some Audi drivers, as the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts has just issued a recall notice for almost 8,000 Audi A3 and Q2 models made between 2019 and 2023.

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Audi issued a product recall for Q2 and A3 models made between 2019 and 2023 due to an ‘installation defect'. Image source: Shutterstock.

According to the department, the reason for the recall is due to an 'installation defect' with the car's internal fuse box, where the wiring harness could become loose, leading the vehicle to 'experience a sudden loss of motive power whilst driving'.

Not only could this sudden power loss make the cars unresponsive to steering and acceleration, but the instrument cluster, which is the screen in front of the steering wheel that displays the speedometer and rev counter, may fail to light up. Lamps inside or outside the car could also suddenly turn off.

As the warning states: '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.'

However, if and when the installation fault occurs, drivers will still be able to steer the car properly and apply the brakes when necessary.

If Audi drivers experience any of the issues listed above, it's best to contact the customer service department of Audi Australia as soon as possible to schedule an appointment to repair the defect.

You can contact them at 1800 502 834 or email [email protected].

Audi is also in the process of contacting affected owners to schedule an appointment for repair, and the work will reportedly be carried out free of charge.

Just recently, another car recall was issued by Ford for 4,841 Ranger and Everest cars built between 2021 and 2023 due to a software issue.

According to the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts, this could cause the transmission to shift to ‘park’ when travelling at speeds below 6km/h, resulting in sudden braking and the failure of the rear brake lights to activate—this could 'potentially increase the risk of an accident, causing injury or death'.

You can read more about this recall here.

Key Takeaways

• Almost 8,000 Audi A3 and Q2 models made between 2019 and 2023 have been recalled over a defect with the car’s internal fuse box.
• The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts has stated that an 'installation defect' could cause the wiring harness in the fuse box to become loose.
• The defect could lead to a sudden loss of power while driving, potential failure of the instrument cluster, and the turning off of lamps inside or outside the car.
• Affected owners will be contacted by Audi for a free repair. They may also contact Audi at 1800 502 834 or email [email protected].

Apart from this most recent recall, we also advise all drivers to check their vehicles regularly to ensure their cars meet the required safety standards.

Do you or anyone you know own an Audi A3 and/or Q2 model? Share this story with them to help keep the roads safer for everyone.

So, how often do you get your cars checked, dear members? Let us know in the comments below!

So many new/newish cars dangerous......have they thoroughly checked the ROBOTS THAT DO A LOT OF THE WORK?? MAYBE WE SHOULD HAVE REAL PEOPLE.....NEVER HAVE SEEN SO MANY CARS (ALL TYPES RECALLED) because dangerous!!!!
It's Time to back to drawing board.....even robots can make mistakes if not maintained.....so glad I don't have to worry I'm
Still driving my great small car nearly 23 years.....purrs like a Kitten....goes like a tiger!!! I thank the mechanics who have really maintained my lovely small car.....not worth much ..I sure do love her

 

[r.e.d.]

Many seasoned drivers and car enthusiasts know the importance of vehicle safety and maintenance all too well.

After all, if a person's car is not in a state of proper working order, it can not only be inconvenient and expensive in the long run, but it can also be disastrous and life-threatening without the right precautions.

Unfortunately, this has been the case recently for some Audi drivers, as the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts has just issued a recall notice for almost 8,000 Audi A3 and Q2 models made between 2019 and 2023.

View attachment 29873

Audi issued a product recall for Q2 and A3 models made between 2019 and 2023 due to an ‘installation defect'. Image source: Shutterstock.

According to the department, the reason for the recall is due to an 'installation defect' with the car's internal fuse box, where the wiring harness could become loose, leading the vehicle to 'experience a sudden loss of motive power whilst driving'.

Not only could this sudden power loss make the cars unresponsive to steering and acceleration, but the instrument cluster, which is the screen in front of the steering wheel that displays the speedometer and rev counter, may fail to light up. Lamps inside or outside the car could also suddenly turn off.

As the warning states: '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.'

However, if and when the installation fault occurs, drivers will still be able to steer the car properly and apply the brakes when necessary.

If Audi drivers experience any of the issues listed above, it's best to contact the customer service department of Audi Australia as soon as possible to schedule an appointment to repair the defect.

You can contact them at 1800 502 834 or email [email protected].

Audi is also in the process of contacting affected owners to schedule an appointment for repair, and the work will reportedly be carried out free of charge.

Just recently, another car recall was issued by Ford for 4,841 Ranger and Everest cars built between 2021 and 2023 due to a software issue.

According to the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts, this could cause the transmission to shift to ‘park’ when travelling at speeds below 6km/h, resulting in sudden braking and the failure of the rear brake lights to activate—this could 'potentially increase the risk of an accident, causing injury or death'.

You can read more about this recall here.

Key Takeaways

• Almost 8,000 Audi A3 and Q2 models made between 2019 and 2023 have been recalled over a defect with the car’s internal fuse box.
• The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts has stated that an 'installation defect' could cause the wiring harness in the fuse box to become loose.
• The defect could lead to a sudden loss of power while driving, potential failure of the instrument cluster, and the turning off of lamps inside or outside the car.
• Affected owners will be contacted by Audi for a free repair. They may also contact Audi at 1800 502 834 or email [email protected].

Apart from this most recent recall, we also advise all drivers to check their vehicles regularly to ensure their cars meet the required safety standards.

Do you or anyone you know own an Audi A3 and/or Q2 model? Share this story with them to help keep the roads safer for everyone.

So, how often do you get your cars checked, dear members? Let us know in the comments below!