Issue ID | 1598019 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11253286 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | AUDI |
Model | A4 |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 19/08/19 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Engine at 39,600 miles. Had an oil change performed at 37,000 miles. Car threw rod into engine block resulting in total engine failure. Remedy is a new engine valued roughly at $4,000 and labor valued at $4,000 before taxes. Cause of failure has been unable to be determined by audi but there was sufficient oil. Vehicle was traveling straight at 65 mph on the freeway at time of incident. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 39600 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | LOS ANGELES, CA |
VIN pattern | WAUFFAFL1DNXXXXXX |
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 |
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Date of purchase | 19/01/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 65 |
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