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Service bulletin A901554 2040593-

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

The communication, as NHTSA indexes it (as of 2026-10-19)
TypeService bulletin
NHTSA id10120042
Published by NHTSA2017-10-21
Manufacturer's numberA901554 2040593-
Manufacturer's date2015-05-11
NHTSA componentSTEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

NHTSA's summary

Customer reports that the ignition sporadically cannot be switched on. DTC 00456 (Access/start control module -J518- no communication) is found in several control modules or the access/start authorization control module, J518 (address word 05), identifies itself with implausible data can be found through guided fault finding (GFF). If no communication is possible, activate the bus by switching on the hazard warning lights. It should now be possible to carry out a diagnosis. If DTC 00288 (Steering column lock actuator-N360, faulty) is logged in the access/start authorization control module, J518 (address word 05), this bulletin does not apply. Proceed according to GFF. Incorrect software.

The document

The document is the manufacturer's. This site does not hold it. NHTSA files a document at one of these two addresses; we have not asked NHTSA which.

Components

Equipment and accessories, Steering, Power steering

Vehicles listed
AUDI A62005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
AUDI Q72007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015

Listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned: the document says which.

Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component
A481349 2015819-2017-12-05. Service bulletin. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 48 number 13-43 dated April 19, 2013. The customer may report that the Easy Entry function of the power adjustable steering column intermittently does not work.
A481343 2015819-2017-11-17. Service bulletin. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 48 number 11-15 dated January 10, 2011. The customer may report that the Easy Entry function of the power adjustable steering column intermittently does not work.
A481355 2035780-2017-10-31. Service bulletin. The electronic steering column will not adjust up or down. The concern may be found during PDI or be reported by a customer. In an effort to gain information regarding this condition, we request that you contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) before performing any repairs.
Executive Servic2017-10-27. Service bulletin. This document contains a fluid capacity chart as well as a chart that contains the parts and part numbers needed for service.
Executive Servic2017-10-27. Service bulletin. This document contains a fluid capacity chart as well as a chart that contains the parts and part numbers needed for service.
Executive Servic2017-10-27. Service bulletin. This document contains a fluid capacity chart as well as a chart that contains the parts and part numbers needed for service.
Executive Servic2017-10-27. Service bulletin. This document contains a fluid capacity chart as well as a chart that contains the parts and part numbers needed for service.
Executive Servic2017-10-27. Service bulletin. This document contains a fluid capacity chart as well as a chart that contains the parts and part numbers needed for service.
Executive Servic2017-10-27. Service bulletin. This document contains a fluid capacity chart as well as a chart that contains the parts and part numbers needed for service.
Executive Servic2017-10-27. Service bulletin. This document contains a fluid capacity chart as well as a chart that contains the part and part numbers needed for service.