Evening all, the purpose of this post is to vent / hear other owner's views. Currently have a 12 reg Audi A6 2.0 TDI 177bhp. The car has just turned 40,000 miles and has a full Audi history. At 18 months old / 17k the car had a clutch and flywheel fitted at an eye watering cost thankfully covered by warranty. The owner at the time reported clutch judder in first gear. Now 23k miles later, the same issue is manifesting itself. How can a 4 year old car with 40k and a full history be ready for its third clutch and flywheel?
The car was bought privately 6 months ago but I have noticed it being more pronounced in the past 6k. Especially after a long journey. I have called my local Audi dealer who advise that the flywheel (like the rest of the car) is out of warranty. I told her that I was surprised and saddened that it looks like the same problem has reoccurred. The service adviser suggested that I bring the car in for a diagnostic check which will require a full strip down at a cost of £250. The results will be forwarded to Audi. I asked would there be any likelihood of goodwill, she declined to comment and said it won't be known until it is brought in
Has anyone any similar experience in the field? Has anyone any tips in this regard? Are there any key words to mention?
Although the parts and the actual car is out of warranty, would there be any argument for 'not being fit for purpose?' Obviously 25 months / 23k isn't a reasonable length of time for a clutch and flywheel to last on a premium brand?
Any advice?
Thanks
The car was bought privately 6 months ago but I have noticed it being more pronounced in the past 6k. Especially after a long journey. I have called my local Audi dealer who advise that the flywheel (like the rest of the car) is out of warranty. I told her that I was surprised and saddened that it looks like the same problem has reoccurred. The service adviser suggested that I bring the car in for a diagnostic check which will require a full strip down at a cost of £250. The results will be forwarded to Audi. I asked would there be any likelihood of goodwill, she declined to comment and said it won't be known until it is brought in
Has anyone any similar experience in the field? Has anyone any tips in this regard? Are there any key words to mention?
Although the parts and the actual car is out of warranty, would there be any argument for 'not being fit for purpose?' Obviously 25 months / 23k isn't a reasonable length of time for a clutch and flywheel to last on a premium brand?
Any advice?
Thanks