Recall wrap: Almost 8000 Audi A3 and Q2 compact cars recalled

A total of 7758 Audi A3 and Q2 vehicles produced between 2019 and 2023 have been hit by a product safety recall to repair an internal fuse box wiring harness that could come loose and cause them to malfunction.

Some of the potential malfunctions apply to the instrument cluster lighting, headlights, tail-lights and engine, but Audi says drivers will still be able to steer and brake.

Needless to say, headlight failure in reduced light or dark conditions would be cause for concern and carries a risk of serious injury or death, as does a sudden loss of motive power in traffic.

Audi Australia is therefore contacting affected owners and encouraging them to arrange inspection and subsequent repair with their preferred Audi service centre, free of charge.

If you think your car might be affected, you can check your car’s VIN against the list of affected vehicles accompanying the official recall notice at the federal government’s Product Recalls website.

Meantime, Indian car-maker Mahindra is recalling 330 examples of its box-fresh XU7 mid-size SUV – all produced this year – to rectify a similar defect.

In this case the main fuse box’s wiring harness can come in contact with the metal engine mounting bracket.

“As a result, the wiring harness could become damaged over time due to vibrations whilst driving, thus increasing the risk of thermal incident which may lead to vehicle fire,” Mahindra said in its recall notice.

A vehicle fire obviously poses a series risk of injury and or death to occupants and other road users, which is why affected owners are being urged to arrange a free repair with their preferred Mahindra service centre as soon as possible.

Owners can check if their vehicle is affected via the VIN list at the Product Recall website.

Rounding out this recall wrap is a notice for 125 Ford Super Duty pick-ups produced by Vehicle Development Corporation between 2014 and 2016, in which dust has been found to enter the ‘clock spring electrical connection’ between the steering wheel airbag, horn and electrical systems.

Too much dust could see the connection fail and hinder the vehicle’s airbag operation, and also impact steering wheel illumination, control switches and horn.

“In the event of an accident, an airbag not deploying as intended could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants,” says VDC’s recall notice.

“While it is safe to continue driving the vehicle, owners should contact their respective dealers to arrange an appointment to have the vehicle inspected and the work carried out.”

The VINs of affected vehicles can be found as an attachment to the recall notice at the Vehicle Recalls website.

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