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Passenger cars (Audi A3 30T and 6 other models) - Repair
Official notice
12 Oct 2023
Last checked
27 Oct 2026
An official CAA Japan notice concerns Passenger cars (Audi A3 30T and 6 other models) - Repair. Defect in the electrical system (fuse holder). ■ Defective component: Electrical system (fuse holder). ■ Condition and cause of noncompliance with safety standards: Due to inadequate management of the manufacturing process, the power supply connector on some passenger compartment fuse holders is incorrectly installed. The connector may therefore loosen, interrupting power to the fuse holder and potentially affecting various vehicle functions, including engine control, the instrument display, and light operation. In the worst case, the engine may stop while driving. Published 2023-10-12.
What to do now
(Recall notification number) 外-3692 ■ Corrective measures: Inspect the installation of the fuse holder connector in all vehicles and install the connector correctly if necessary.
Units affected
12,930
Recall number
外-3692
Official notice
2023-10-12
The hazard
The hazard
Defect in the electrical system (fuse holder). ■ Defective component: Electrical system (fuse holder). ■ Condition and cause of noncompliance with safety standards: Due to inadequate management of the manufacturing process, the power supply connector on some passenger compartment fuse holders is incorrectly installed. The connector may therefore loosen, interrupting power to the fuse holder and potentially affecting various vehicle functions, including engine control, the instrument display, and light operation. In the worst case, the engine may stop while driving.
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Brand: Audi. Contact: フォルクスワーゲングループジャパン株式会社. Phone 0120-598119.
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