Free Check up for Ignition coils
01-28-2010, 07:25 AM
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Free Check up for Ignition coils
I just received in the mail a letter to state that my car has possible problems with the ignition coils and can be brought in for free service.
Has anyone else received this in the mail? If there is nothing wrong, should I still go in?
Just wondering if it is a scam to get me in and charge me for something else that isn't wrong!
Thank you
Has anyone else received this in the mail? If there is nothing wrong, should I still go in?
Just wondering if it is a scam to get me in and charge me for something else that isn't wrong!
Thank you
01-28-2010, 09:42 AM
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Re: Free Check up for Ignition coils
I just received in the mail a letter to state that my car has possible problems with the ignition coils and can be brought in for free service.
Has anyone else received this in the mail? If there is nothing wrong, should I still go in?
Just wondering if it is a scam to get me in and charge me for something else that isn't wrong!
Thank you
Has anyone else received this in the mail? If there is nothing wrong, should I still go in?
Just wondering if it is a scam to get me in and charge me for something else that isn't wrong!
Thank you
There is a recall campaign underway for coilpacks - try your VIN in here
01-28-2010, 09:53 AM
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Re: Free Check up for Ignition coils
Not a scam. Just Audi/VW finally taking ownership and responsibility for 10 year old problem.
From the Audi Canada website: Audi Ignition Coil Inspection & Replacement Program
From the Audi Canada website: Audi Ignition Coil Inspection & Replacement Program
Audi Ignition Coil
Audi is conducting a voluntary service program to inspect and, if necessary, replace ignition coils installed in some 2001 – 2007
model year vehicles.
The key points of the program are:
A Voluntary Emissions Service Action
Audi is conducting a voluntary service program to inspect and, if necessary, replace ignition coils installed in some 2001 – 2007
model year vehicles.
The key points of the program are:
- When your Audi Dealer has sufficient parts in stock, Audi will notify you via First-Class mail.
- Your authorized Audi Dealer will repair your vehicle for this condition at no cost to you.
- If you have paid to have ignition coils replaced in your Audi prior to this program, you may be eligible for reimbursement. Details
- are available on the Reimbursement page of this Web site.
- Advise you if your vehicle is part of this program.
- Explain the problem and its solution.
- Answer your questions.
- Inform you of program timing.
- Help you apply for any reimbursement for which you may be eligible.
01-28-2010, 01:26 PM
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Re: Free Check up for Ignition coils
One of our V6 Audi's is affected by the Coil Campaign. A few of the coils visually inspect OK but a few show significant stem corrosion because the water seal was not effective. I've wondered over the years if this contributes to coil pack failures.
When letter arrives, I'll be going to dealer and asking for new coilpacks!
When letter arrives, I'll be going to dealer and asking for new coilpacks!
01-29-2010, 07:44 AM
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Re: Free Check up for Ignition coils
I called yesterday after reading some of the responses....they told me to come in right away and an hour later they had replaced all of the ignition coils at no charge....I was told that they should be good for about 50-60 k....is that about right?
01-29-2010, 11:30 AM
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Re: Free Check up for Ignition coils
I just put my VIN number in and it is telling me this
S-emmision service Action: inspect and if necessary replace
anyone know what that means? is it still possible to get this looked at even tho I'm not the original owner? and will it cost me?
S-emmision service Action: inspect and if necessary replace
anyone know what that means? is it still possible to get this looked at even tho I'm not the original owner? and will it cost me?
01-29-2010, 11:51 AM
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Re: Free Check up for Ignition coils
