NHTSA ID Number: 10043091
Incident Date: 2003-08-02
Manufacturer's Name: Volkswagen
Group of America, Inc.
Vehicle/Equipment Make: AUDI
Vehicle/Equipment Model: A6
Model Year: 1998
9999 If Unknown Or N/A
Vehicle Identification Number: WAUBA24B7WN
Vehicle Mileage At Failure: 46000
Vehicle Speed: 25
Number Of Occurrences: 1
Was Vehicle Towed: No
Consumer Location: CHARLOTTE, VT
Summary of Complaint
THE PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR OF OUR AUDI A6 KEPT FILLING UP WITH WATER WHILE DRIVING -- EVEN THOUGH IT WAS NOT RAINING. THERE WAS NO DRAIN IN THE FLOOR TO ALLOW THE WATER TO EXIT, SO WE BAILED IT LIKE A BOAT AND FINALLY PUNCHED A HOLE THROUGH THE FLOOR WITH A SCREWDRIVER. HOWEVER, SHORTLY THEREAFTER THE CAR STOPPED DEAD IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD: THE BRAKES LOCKED AND THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO ENGAGE REGARDLESS OF WHAT GEAR IT WAS PLACED IN. BY REPEATEDLY TURNING THE IGNITION OFF AND THEN ON AGAIN I WAS ABLE TO ENGAGE THE TRANSMISSION BRIEFLY AND MOVE THE CAR THREE OR FOUR FEET AT A TIME UNTIL IT WAS OFF THE HIGHWAY. MY PASSENGERS AND I WERE UNDERSTANDABLY FRIGHTENED AS THERE WAS TRAFFIC COMING FROM BOTH DIRECTIONS AND WE WERE UNABLE TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. THE CAR WAS FLATBEDDED TO THE NEAREST DEALER WHERE ULTIMATELY IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS HAVING A CLOGGED AIR CONDITIONING COWL DRAIN WHICH CAUSED CONDENSED WATER TO ACCUMULATE IN THE PASSENGER FLOOR AND WHICH ULTIMATELY SHORTED OUT THE TRANSMISSION AND BRAKE CONTROL COMPUTERS WHICH ARE LOCATED IN THE CENTER TUNNEL. WE WERE TOLD THAT IT WAS ROUTINE FOR AUDI DEALERS TO INSPECT THIS DRAIN FOR CLOGGING, YET THERE IS NO MENTION OF THE NEED OR IMPORTANCE TO DO THIS IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL, HOW TO DO IT, OR THE IMPLICATIONS FOR FAILING TO DO SO. OUR CAR HAS BEEN SERVICED BY AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP FOR SOME TIME AND THEREFORE THIS SERVICE HAS NOT BEEN PERFORMED. DIAGNOSIS OF THE PROBLEM AND REPLACEMENT OF THE COMPUTERS WILL TOTAL APPROXIMATELY $4,000.00 NONE OF WHICH AUDI USA FEELS IS ITS RESPONSIBILITY. IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO THE SHORTING OF THE COMPUTERS WE WERE TRAVELING SOUTH ON I-95 AT SPEEDS IN EXCESS OF 70 MPH IN HEAVY TRAFFIC (WITH TWO INCHES OF WATER ON THE FLOOR.) HAD THE COMPUTERS CHOSEN THIS TIME AND PLACE TO MALFUNCTION MY ENTIRE FAMILY AND I WOULD LIKELY BE DEAD OR SEVERELY INJURED. I BELIEVE ACTION SHOULD BE TAKEN TO REMEDY THIS DANGEROUS DESIGN DEFECT. THANK YOU. *LA
Check if your Audi has a Recall
Complaint 10043091 Documents
For Latest Documents related to this Complaint, visit the NHTSA Website.
Click the (+) Plus Sign
Then click Associated Document(s).
Most Complaints Don't have any PDFs.
- ENGINEERED R134a REPLACEMENT - HIGH-EFFICIENCY FORMULATION...
- PREMIUM HIGH-PURITY SPECIFICATION (99.5%+) - Manufactured to...
- SIGNIFICANTLY LOWER CHARGE WEIGHT REQUIRED- Hydrocarbon...
- DESIGNED FOR CONSISTENT, EFFICIENT COOLING PERFORMANCE...
- PROFESSIONAL-STYLE SELF-SEALING VALVE- 6 oz net cans feature...
This product presentation was made with AAWP plugin.
Search NHTSA Database for Recalls
Search NHTSA Database for (TSB's) Technical Service Bulletins
Technical Service Bulletins TSB's List
Search NHTSA Database for Vehicle Investigations
CRASH: No
WAS VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A CRASH
FIRE: No
WAS VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A FIRE
INJURIES: 0
NUMBER OF PERSONS INJURED
DEATHS: 0
NUMBER OF FATALITIES
Was Medical Attention Required: No
Was Incident Reported To Police: No
Date Of Incident: 2003-08-02
(YYYY-MM-DD)
Date Added To File: 2003-10-17
(YYYY-MM-DD)
Date Complaint Received By NHTSA: 2003-10-17
(YYYY-MM-DD)
Date Purchased: 1998-11-22
(YYYY-MM-DD)
Was Original Owner: Yes
Product Type: Vehicle
V = Vehicle T = Tires E = Equipment C = Child Restraint
Specific Component's Description: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Anti-Lock Brakes: Yes
Cruise Control: Yes
Number Of Cylinders: 6
Drive Train Type: AWD
[AWD, 4WD, FWD, RWD]
Fuel System: Fuel Injection
FI = Fuel Injection TB = Turbo
Fuel Type: Gas
BF = BiFuel CN = CNG/LPG DS = Diesel GS = Gas HR = HybridElectric
Vehicle Transmission Type [Auto, Man]: AUTO
(DOT) Department Of Transportation Tire Identifier:
Tire Size:
Location Of Tire:
FSW = Driver Side Front DSR = Driver Side Rear FTR = Passenger Side Front PSR = Passenger Side Rear SPR = Spare
Type Of Tire Failure:
BST = Blister BLW = Blowout TTL = Crack OFR = Out Of Round TSW = Puncture TTR = Road Hazard TSP = Tread Separation
Was Defective Tire Repaired:
Was Part Original Equipment:
Date Of Manufacture:
(YYYYMMDD)
Type Of Child Seat:
B = Booster C = Convertible I = Infant IN = Integrated TD = Toddler
Installation System:
A = Vehicle Safety Belt B = Latch System
Dealer's Name: LEWIS MOTORS
Dealer's Telephone Number:
Dealer's City: BURLINGTON
Dealer's State: VT
Dealer's Zipcode: 05401
SOURCE OF COMPLAINT CODE:
CAG = Consumer Action Group CON = Forwarded From A Congressional Office DP = Defect Petition,result Of A Defect Petition EVOQ = Hotline VOQ EWR = EARLY WARNING REPORTING INS = Insurance Company IVOQ = NHTSA Web Site LETR = Consumer Letter MAVQ = NHTSA Mobile APP MIVQ = NHTSA Mobile APP MVOQ = Optical Marked VOQ RC = Recall Complaint, Result Of A Recall Investigation RP = Recall Petition, Result Of A Recall Petition SVOQ = Portable Safety Complaint Form (PDF) VOQ = NHTSA Vehicle Owners Questionnaire
Incident State Code:
Vehicle Operator's Name:
Previous Complaint | Next Complaint |
- 💝【Questions? We’re Here Anytime】MK808S is a high-end flagship model that connects via wired OBD2 for faster, more stable, and reliable diagnosis compared to B,.T tools. If you have any questions about setup, activation, features, additional accessories, or update subscriptions, please reach us and we will respond promptly to assist you. It includes 1-Year F.ree Updates (124.5 bucks/year after), and most functions still work after expiration except a few online features. Please note some functions like full TPMS are not supported, reach us for model recommendations.
- 🔥🔥🔥【2026 NEWLY RELEASED BI-DIRECTIONAL CONTROL】As the 2026 upgraded version of MaxiChek MX808 MaxiDiag MD909 Pro MD906 Pro, our Newest MK808S auto diagnostic scanner for all cars inherits the powerful Bi-directional Control which makes it the most cost-effective scanner (without breaking the bank, same as MK900BT MS906 PRO MS906MAX). Active test is widely used on car subsystems to help you check if the car actuators are all in good condition. Such as windows, rear mirrors, sunroof, wipers...
- 【28+ MOST POPULAR RESET SERVICE FOR 150 MAKES】Autel versatile OBDII scanenr MK808S, full level-up of MX808, work as MX900, MK900, MK900-BT, supports 150+ car brands worldwide. Like the OBD2 code reader MaxiCOM MK808BT Pro, MK808S is equipped with 28+ hot services including 0il Reset, SAS Calibration, ABS Bleeding, Battery Registration, etc. MK808S ranks top in professional automotive tablets and keeps updating to support more newer modes from 2025 to 2026.
- 【ALL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS, FACTORY-LEVEL SCANNER】The MK808S dealer-level scanner, like Snap-on tools, effectively works all cars for all system diagnostics. It reads/clears codes, displays 5-in-1 Live Data, performs active tests, and special functions for all available modules. With a few clicks, you can easily understand the vehicle's condition. The convenient Wi-Fi printing feature allows you to generate a detailed report, highlighting the exact nature of the problem.
- 【AUT0 SCAN & AUT0V1N, 10X FASTER】How much have you spent on car maintenance? Even a minor issue can take up a significant amount of time. The MK808S is designed to improve your work efficiency. With its Aut0V1N technology, you can check your car's make, model, and year information with just one click. The Aut0Scan feature automatically scans all of the vehicle's modules and detects any fault codes. Check Aut0V1N compatibility by reaching us at 📞1-833-436-5880. Available Mon-Fri, 9 AM-6 PM EST.
- 💯【Conta.ct us for Support Directly】If you met any issues about: Received a registered device/ Language Changing/ Function not Support/ Blueto-oth connector malfunction/ Subscription Renewal, please conta.ct us via 📞autelsupply @outlook. com🛣️, we will provide perfect solution for you. ⚠️Note: Autel MK900BT comes with 1-Year Free Software Update, most features will remain active after update subscription expires. For questions regarding updates or need more useful accessories, please conta.ct us via 📞autelsupply @outlook.com🛣️. 2. If you encounter Blueto-oth adapter VCI150 malfunction, please tell us 📞autelsupply @outlook. com🛣️, we will handle it promptly.
- 🔥🔥🔥【2026 AUTEL FLAGSHIP MK900BT MK900-BT, NEW MODEL OF MK808S MK900 MX900 MK808BT MX808S】2026 newest Autel MK900BT retains all features of MK808S MX900 MX808S MK808Z MK808Z-BT MK808K-BT, while EXTRA added powerful functions (value 2000+ bucks). The Pro-level Autel MK900BT makes a big leaps: 28+➡40+, 50+➡3000+ Active Tests, 2026 NEW✅CAN FD & DOIP protocols ✅Pre&Post diagnostic report ✅WIFI Print ✅Auto VIN&Auto Scan 2.0 ✅Scan VIN/ License ✅Battery Test (Need purcha.se BT506). If found defect or us.ed, please conta-ct 📞autelsupply @outlook. com📞 get perf-ect solut.ion.
- 🚗【3000+ ACTIVE TESTS (50➡3000+), SAME AS MS906 PRO】Differ from MS906BT MS906 MP808 MK808 MX808 MK808BT only 50 tests, Autel scanner MK900BT escaner automotriz professional offers 3000+ active tests, it can send command to ECUs & monitor actuators operation, quickly locating faulty components. Bidirectional scanning takes your diagnostics to the next level with menu lists 3000+ active tests, such as windows, rear mirrors, sunroof, wipers, fuel injector, coolant fans, radiator fan, AC clutch, coolant pump and more. Note: Functions are not available for all vehicles, please send vehicle VIN to us check compatibility.
- 🚗【40+ HOT SERVICES FOR 150 MAKES (28+➡40+)】Full level-up of OBD2 code reader MaxiCOM MK808S MK808 MK808Z MX808 MK808Z-BT with 28 service, Autel scan tool MK900BT/ MK900-BT offers 40+ maintenance service on 150+ brands 10,000 vehicles from 1996-2025-2026. Hottest Services like: Oil Reset, ABS Bleed, SAS Calibration, Injector Coding, SRS, Throttle Reset, Gearbox Reset, Battery Registration etc. Added 12+ advanced resets: rain slash light sensor reset, HVA.C/ SUS calibration etc. Welcome to send Vehicle Make>Model>Year>VIN>Functions you required to 📞autelsupply @ outlook . com📞 check compatibility.
- 🚗【OE ALL SYSTEM DIAGNOSE, AUTO SCAN 2.0: SCAN LICENSE/ AUTO VIN】2026 new release Autel MaxiCOM MK900-BT scan tool embodies all system diagnostic with its 8in display for all vehicles. Like Sna.p-on tools, it can perform ✔Read/Clear Codes✔Displays 5-in-1 Live Data✔Record & Playback Data✔Retrieve Info on all available systems like ABS ECM BCM SRS TCM etc. In addition to Auto VIN technology, Autel MK900BT adds Scan License/ Auto Scan 2.0 to identify vehicle’s VIN/ license, make, year, model, no need manual input; One-click WiFi Printing of Pre&Post comparison diagnostic reports, highlight root causes of problems.
- 【TURN OFF CEL】 This AL319 car scanner diagnostic tool supports Reading and Clearing DTCs, DTC Look Up, displaying Live Data, Freeze Frame & I/M Readiness, view vehicle information, etc., to figure out the root cause of the Check Engine Light (CEL) and turn it off, helping you catch any potential issues early and avoid excessive costs from unnecessary repairs.
- 【EXTENSIVE APPLICATION】 Autel AL319 Compatible with 7 languages (English, French, Spanish, etc.) and various post-1996 OBD II protocol vehicles (Toyota, Nissan, Honda, Ford, etc.), this OBD II scanner provides accurate and fast diagnosis for worldwide car owners.
- 【FOR END USER & DIYERS】 This error code reader AL319 is “plug and play” and comes with an easy interface. Even if you’re not familiar with vehicle repair, you can quickly take control of this obd2 scanner, and get the information you want.
- 【USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN】 This OBD2 scanner and check engine code reader features a patented One-Click I/M Readiness, TFT color display, built-in speaker, LED Indicator etc. The cable is long enough without being too long and getting in the way. No batteries are needed.
- 【HIGH-QUALITY SERVICES】 12 months war.ranty from the date of purchase and lifetime free update are offered by this Automobile OBDII scan tool. Welcome to contact us via Q&A, email, or hotline, and our after-sale-service team for technical support.
This product presentation was made with AAWP plugin.
Last update on 2026-05-12 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API