| Issue ID | 1440335 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11063298 |
| Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Brand | AUDI |
| Model | A3 |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 09/01/18 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Nhtsa recall 15v229000 dated 04/17/15 does not show up in audi system, however, volkswagen group of america, inc. Has listed it for my audi a3. I am experiencing this defect as of january 9, 2018 with vin #[xxx]. I never received a recall notice. On occasion, the car will not start, or starts for a minute and shuts off with an inability to restart. After sitting for an hour or so it will start. I believe there may be a defect with the fuel pump as described in recall 15v229000. How do i get audi to accept the recall? I have already been stranded once and needed a tow to audi dealer who stated fuel pump was the issue, but vehicle has no recalls. I believe this to be in error and would like it resolved. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6). |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 70000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | WOOLWICH TWP., NJ |
| VIN pattern | WAUACGFF8F1XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Drive train type | FWD |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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