NHTSA ID Number: 11022658
Manufacturer Communication Number: Circular 10J2_20250816
TSB/Document Date: 2025-09-04
Summary
An engine cover was not installed on affected vehicles at the factory. An engine cover will be installed on affected vehicles free of charge. Updated criteria and engine cover part number
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TSB/Document ID: Circular 10J2_20250816
Replacement Service Bulletin Number:
MFR Communication Date: 2025-08-16
MFR Internal Campaign ID/Software Version: 10J2
Communication Type: Service Campaign
NHTSA Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
MFR Component System:
MFR Component Subsystem:
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Service Action
Code: 10J2
Subject
Engine Cover
Document History
Date
08/16/2025
Summary
Updated criteria and engine cover part number
12/05/2023
Original publication
Affected Vehicles
Country
USA
CAN
Beginning
Model Year
2024
2024
Ending
Model Year
2024
2024
Vehicle
A3 SEDAN
A3 SEDAN
Vehicle
Count
664
65
Check Campaigns/Actions screen in Elsa on the day of repair to verify that a VIN qualifies for repair under this
action. Elsa is the only valid campaign inquiry & verification source.
About this Service
Action
Code Visibility
Campaign status must show “open.”
If Elsa shows other open action(s), inform your customer so that the work can also be completed at
the same time the vehicle is in the workshop for this campaign.
An engine cover was not installed on affected vehicles at the factory. An engine cover will be
installed on affected vehicles free of charge.
On or about December 05, 2023, the campaign code will be applied to affected vehicles.
Owner Notification
Owner notification will take place in December 2023. Owner letter examples are included in this
bulletin for your reference.
Campaign Expiration
Date
This campaign expires on August 31, 2028. Work must be performed on or before this date to
be eligible for payment. Keep this expiration date in mind when scheduling customers for this
action. If a customer wishes to have this work performed after the expiration date, your
dealerships normal costs associated with this work will apply.
Additional Information
Please alert everyone in your dealership about this action, including Sales, Service, Parts
and Accounting personnel. Contact Warranty if you have any questions.
Dealers must ensure that every affected inventory vehicle has this campaign completed before
delivery to consumers.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi
dealer. 2025 Audi
of America, Inc. and Audi
Canada. All Rights Reserved.
Confidential
10J2 Page 1 of 9
Parts Information
Criteria
Quantity
03
1
Part Number
P.O.C. Part Description
Ordering Method
(see description below)
06Q-103-925-N
COVER
Free Order
Parts Control Type:
Free Order
Parts will be managed by Free Order
Initial Allocation:
NO
There will be no parts allocation. Please reference the Repair Projection Tool (below)
to view your potential VIN population.
Repair Projection Tool:
(right click to open)
NOTE
Campaign parts should always be ordered as per the parts information in this circular. The ordering system will
supersede the part, if applicable.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi
dealer. 2025 Audi
of America, Inc. and Audi
Canada. All Rights Reserved.
Confidential
10J2 Page 2 of 9
Claim Entry Instructions
The labor times listed here may differ from the labor operations and labor times listed in ELSA.
After campaign has been completed, enter claim as soon as possible to help prevent work from being duplicated
elsewhere. Attach the Elsa screen print showing action open on the day of repair to the repair order.
If customer refused campaign work:
U.S. dealers: Submit the request through Audi
Warranty Online under the Campaigns/Update option.
Canada dealers: Upload the repair order [signed by customer] to Audi
WIN/Operations/Campaign Closure.
Service Number
10J2
Damage Code
0099
Parts Vendor Code
Claim Type
002
Sold vehicle: 7 10
Unsold vehicle: 7 90
Causal Indicator
Vehicle Wash/Loaner
Criteria I.D.
Mark COVER* as causal part
Do not claim wash/loaner under this action
04
LABOR
Labor Op
Time Units
1083 23 99
10
Description
Install engine cover
PARTS
Quantity
Part Number
Description
1.00
06Q103925N
COVER*
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi
dealer. 2025 Audi
of America, Inc. and Audi
Canada. All Rights Reserved.
Confidential
10J2 Page 3 of 9
Customer Letter Example (USA)
This notice applies to your vehicle: ,
Subject: Service Action 10J2 – Engine Cover
Dear Audi
Owner,
As part of Audi
’s ongoing commitment to customer satisfaction, we are informing you of our decision to conduct a
service action on certain 2024 model year Audi
vehicles. Our records show that you are the owner of a vehicle
affected by this action.
About
Action
this
Service
What should you do?
An engine cover was not installed at the factory when your vehicle was built. Under this
service action, your dealer will install an engine cover on your vehicle free of charge.
This work will take about less than an hour to complete.
In order to limit any possible inconvenience, please contact your authorized Audi
dealer
as soon as possible to schedule this work. Please keep in mind that your dealer may
need additional time for the preparation of the work, as well as to accommodate their
daily workshop schedule. For your convenience, you can also visit www.audiusa.com
and click on the “Find a Dealer” link to locate a dealer near you and schedule this
service.
This service action will be available for you free of charge only until August 31, 2028.
If you wish to have this service performed after that date, your dealer’s normal costs
associated with this repair will apply.
Lease vehicles and
address changes
If you are the lessor and registered owner of the vehicle identified in this action, please
forward this letter immediately via first-class mail to the lessee within ten (10) days of
receipt. If you have changed your address or sold the vehicle, please fill out the
enclosed prepaid Owner Reply card and mail it to us so we can update our records.
Can we assist you
further?
If your authorized Audi
dealer fails or is unable to complete this work free of charge
within a reasonable time, please contact Audi
Customer Experience at 1-800-253-2834
or via our “Contact Us” page at www.audiusa.com.
Checking your vehicle
for open Recalls and
Service Campaigns
To check your vehicle’s eligibility for repair under this or any other recall/service
campaign, please visit the Recall/Service Campaign Lookup tool at
www.audiusa.com and enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
We apologize for any inconvenience this matter may cause; however we are taking this action to help ensure your
vehicle continues to meet and exceed your expectations.
Sincerely,
Audi
Customer Protection
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi
dealer. 2025 Audi
of America, Inc. and Audi
Canada. All Rights Reserved.
Confidential
10J2 Page 4 of 9
Customer Letter Example (Canada)
This notice applies to your vehicle: ,
Subject: Service Action 10J2 – Engine Cover
Dear Audi
Owner,
As part of Audi
’s ongoing commitment to customer satisfaction, we are informing you of our decision to conduct a
service action on certain 2024 model year Audi
vehicles. Our records show that you are the owner of a vehicle
affected by this action.
About
Action
this
Service
What should you do?
An engine cover was not installed at the factory when your vehicle was built. Under this
service action, your dealer will install an engine cover on your vehicle free of charge.
This work will take less than an hour to complete.
In order to limit any possible inconvenience, please contact your authorized Audi
dealer
as soon as possible to schedule this work. Please keep in mind that your dealer may
need additional time for the preparation of the work, as well as to accommodate their
daily workshop schedule.
This service action will be available for you free of charge only until August 31, 2028.
If you wish to have this service performed after that date, your dealer’s normal costs
associated with this repair will apply.
Lease vehicles and
address changes
If you are the lessor and registered owner of the vehicle identified in this action, please
forward this letter immediately via first-class mail to the lessee within ten (10) days of
receipt. If you have changed your address or sold the vehicle, please fill out the
enclosed prepaid Owner Reply card and mail it to us so we can update our records.
Can we assist you
further?
If your authorized Audi
dealer fails or is unable to complete this work free of charge
within a reasonable time, please contact Audi
Customer Relations Monday through
Friday from 8AM to 8PM EST at 1-800-822-2834 or via our “Contact Audi
Canada”
page at www.audi.ca.
We apologize for any inconvenience this matter may cause; however we are taking this action to help ensure your
vehicle continues to meet and exceed your expectations.
Sincerely,
Audi
Customer Protection
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi
dealer. 2025 Audi
of America, Inc. and Audi
Canada. All Rights Reserved.
Confidential
10J2 Page 5 of 9
Repair Overview
•
Install new engine cover.
NOTE
•
These repair instructions may differ from the labor operations and labor times listed in ELSA.
•
Damages resulting from improper repair or failure to follow these work instructions are the dealer’s
responsibility and are not eligible for reimbursement under this action.
•
This procedure must be read in its entirety prior to performing the repair.
•
Due to variations in vehicle equipment and options, the steps/illustrations in this work procedure may not
identically match all affected vehicles.
•
Diagnosis and repair of pre-existing conditions in the vehicle are not covered under this action.
•
When working during extreme temperatures, it is recommended that the vehicle be allowed to acclimate
inside the shop to avoid temperature-related component damage/breakage.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi
dealer. 2025 Audi
of America, Inc. and Audi
Canada. All Rights Reserved.
Confidential
10J2 Page 6 of 9
Repair Instruction
Section A - Check for Previous Repair
•
Enter the VIN in Elsa and proceed to the
“Campaign/Action” screen.
TIP
On the date of repair, print this screen and keep a
copy with the repair order.
•
Confirm the Campaign/Action is open . If the status is closed, no further work is
required.
•
Note the Applicable Criteria ID for use
in determining the correct work to be done and
corresponding parts associated.
CRITICAL REPAIR STEP
STOP!
If multiple software update Campaign/Actions are
open, they must be performed in order of the Start
date . The oldest should be performed
first.
•
All Safety Recalls must be completed prior to
completing this campaign.
•
Proceed to Section B.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi
dealer. 2025 Audi
of America, Inc. and Audi
Canada. All Rights Reserved.
Confidential
10J2 Page 7 of 9
Section B – Repair Procedure
CAUTION
Risk of damaging the engine cover if too much
force is used.
Position and press on the engine cover by hand.
Never strike on the engine cover using a fist or a
tool.
•
Coat the ball pin with water, which has no
additives.
•
Check the correct seating of the rubber buffers
in the engine cover.
•
Position the engine cover while paying
attention to the wires, oil filler tube and oil
dipstick.
•
Press the left side of the engine cover onto the
ball pins.
•
Press the right side of the engine cover onto
the ball pins.
Proceed to Section C
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi
dealer. 2025 Audi
of America, Inc. and Audi
Canada. All Rights Reserved.
Confidential
10J2 Page 8 of 9
Section C – Campaign Completion Stamp
•
Once the campaign has been completed,
the technician should stamp the repair
order.
•
Stamps are available for ordering through
the Compliance Label Ordering Portal.
Item#: AUD4927ENG
-OR-
Item # AUD4927FRE
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi
dealer. 2025 Audi
of America, Inc. and Audi
Canada. All Rights Reserved.
Confidential
10J2 Page 9 of 9
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