NHTSA Recall 17V508000: Engine (engine and engine cooling)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,383 vehicles. It affects 2017–2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V508000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 24DF |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE |
| Report received | August 16, 2017 |
| Owner notification | September 19, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet and A3 Sedan vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) software may misinterpret the flywheel rotation on engine start-up as a "knocking" condition, and the adjusted air/fuel mixture may result in an engine stall.
Safety risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. The recall began September 19, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24DF.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 17V508000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.