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Audi C7 warranty claim denied?
53 manufacturer communications on file
6 warranty extensions / campaigns 2008–2013 model years covered
If Audi denied your warranty claim on a C7-generation model (2008–2013), you're not alone, and the denial may not be the final word. NHTSA records show 53 manufacturer communications filed for this model, including 6 formal warranty extensions and service campaigns. These cover recurring issues such as fuel injector failures, intake manifold and intake solenoid problems on 2.0 TFSI engines, emissions control system components, and carbon buildup on engine cylinder head intake valves. When a manufacturer has already acknowledged a defect pattern through an extension or service campaign, a denial tied to that same component can sometimes be challenged with the right documentation. Dealers and manufacturers don't always connect an individual denial to the broader pattern described in these bulletins, which is where many owners find room to push back. ClaimRight reviews your paperwork, the denial reason, and the public record for your vehicle to see where your claim may align with documented defects. We offer a free assessment so you can see your options before deciding whether to pursue reconsideration, and we work on a success-only basis — no fee unless your outcome improves.
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What Audi has documented for the C7
Filed with NHTSA by the manufacturer. Warranty extensions are the strongest signal — the manufacturer acknowledging a defect and extending coverage for it.
2015-07-23 · PRI C
Warranty extension AUDI: SOME AUDI VEHICLES WITH 2.0 TFSI ENGINES WILL HAVE THE WARRANTY EXTENDED FOR THE INTAKE SOLENOID. 7/23/15 *TA
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2015-07-23 · PRI-A
Warranty extension AUDI: ALL AUDI 2011-2012 MODEL YEAR WITH AN 2.0 TFSI ENGINE WILL BE EXTENDING THE WARRANTY ON ALL FUEL INJECTORS. 7/23/15 *TA
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2015-07-23 · USA B
Warranty extension AUDI: SOME 2011-2012 AUDI VEHICLES WITH 2.0 TFSI ENGINES WILL HAVE THE WARRANTY EXTENDED FOR INTAKE MANIFOLD AND FUEL INJECTORS. 7/23/15 *TA
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2014-09-22 · AL-20082011
Warranty extension AUDI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. A WARRANTY EXTENSION HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR 10 YRS OR 120, 000 MILES, WHICHEVER OCCUR FIRST, ON EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY...
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2014-09-22 · AL-2011
Warranty extension AUDI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY FOR FUEL INJECTOR REPLACEMENT, HAS BEEN ISSUED, UNDER SPECIFIC CONDIT...
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2013-12-06 · SB-48326
Warranty extension AUDI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING WARRANTY EXTENSION ON CARBON BUILDUP REMOVAL, ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD SECONDARY AIR PORTS. MODELS...
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2019-01-23 · A921916 2038151
This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
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2019-01-18 · A441969 2022563
This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
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2019-01-15 · A461903 2034181
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
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2019-01-14 · A001915 2047812
This informational bulletin contains instructions for setting up and using the SD creator program.
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2017-09-15 · A511711 2009967-
This bulletin contains instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
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2017-08-21 · A911743 2042097-
This informational bulletin contains resource information for when the traffic feature is inoperative in the MMI navigation.
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2017-08-04 · SM 52-2017
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all tail lamps with the part number listed that are below generation 14s.
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2017-07-31 · A941791 2012749-
This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front tur...
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2017-07-26 · A911736 2024323-
This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
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2017-07-14 · A191789 2046712-
This informational bulletin contains guidelines for figuring out why coolant marks are present around the coolant expansion tank cap.
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2017-07-12 · A401770 2018194-
This informational bulletin contains knowledge on why oil may appear on one or several of the shock absorbers.
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2017-06-28 · SM 44-2017 EN
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
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2017-06-22 · A461772 2047830
This informational bulletin contains instructions for proper brake maintenance.
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2017-05-22 · A441764 2022563-
This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
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2017-05-10 · A171782 2010043-
This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change.
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2017-05-10 · A301722 2019850-
This technical service bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing the clutch plate.
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2017-03-03 · ATE-17-05
Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehic...
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2017-02-03 · A191777 2046712-
This informational bulletin contains guidelines for figuring out why coolant marks are present around the coolant expansion tank cap.
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Common questions
Why would a dealer deny a warranty claim that seems related to a known issue?
Dealers deny claims for many reasons, including mileage or time outside standard coverage, incomplete maintenance records, a technician's diagnosis not matching a documented campaign's exact criteria, or paperwork errors. A denial doesn't always mean the underlying defect isn't real or documented elsewhere by the manufacturer — it may simply reflect how the claim was initially evaluated at the dealer level.
What is a warranty extension and does it apply to my Audi C7?
A warranty extension is a manufacturer-issued notice lengthening coverage for a specific component beyond the original warranty, usually after a recognized defect pattern. Audi has filed 6 such extensions or service campaigns for the C7-era model, covering items like fuel injectors, intake components, and emissions systems. Whether one applies to your specific vehicle depends on your VIN, model year, and repair history.
What can I do after my Audi warranty claim is denied?
Generally, owners can request the written denial reason, gather service and repair records, and compare the issue against publicly filed manufacturer communications for their model. Some denials are reconsidered when additional documentation or context is provided. A free assessment can help identify whether your situation aligns with a known issue before you decide how to proceed.
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