66 License Plate Mounting Bracket Threaded Inserts Are Stripped (GROUP 66, NO. 23-04)
Reference number: GROUP 66, NO. 23-04
Supersedes refnos: 2030471, 2030471/1, 2030471/2, 2030471/3, 2030471/4, 2030471/5, 2030471/6, 2030471/7, GROUP 66, NO. 12-24, GROUP 66, NO. 13-30, GROUP 66, NO. 15-46, GROUP 66, NO. 15-49, GROUP 66, NO. 18-64, GROUP 66, NO. 21-69
66 LICENSE PLATE MOUNTING BRACKET THREADED INSERTS ARE STRIPPED
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
| AUDI: | 2012-2025 All Audi Vehicles |
| GROUP: | 66 - Body Accessories - Exterior |
SERVICE INFORMATION
66 23 04 2030471/7 November 14, 2023. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 66 number 21-69 dated February 9, 2021, for reasons listed below.
| Model(s) | Year | VIN Range | Vehicle-Specific Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Audi Vehicles | 2012 - 2025 | All | Not Applicable |
CONDITION
| Revision | Date | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | - | Revised header (Added model years) |
| 6 | 02/09/2021 | Revised header (Added models and model years) |
| 5 | 03/06/2018 | Revised header (Added model years) |
Customer states:
- The license plate attachment screws do not install properly.
TECHNICAL BACKGROUND
The license plate brackets are designed to be used with the appropriate-length screw installed by hand with a screwdriver.
Damaged warranty parts have been returned to Audi of America with evidence of excessive torque used when installing the screw and/or excessive screw length (Figure 1).
PRODUCTION SOLUTION
Not applicable.
SERVICE
The appropriate screw length is dependent upon the cumulative thickness of the license plate plus any decorative frame placed over the license plate.
Recommended screw length:
- License plate without decorative frame: M6 x 8 mm.
- License plate WITH 2 mm thick decorative frame: M6 x 10 mm.
Manually install the license plate screws using a handheld screwdriver. If the screw bottoms out, remove this screw and select a shorter screw instead of applying excessive torque. Otherwise, damage may occur to the license plate bracket screw inserts. In the event the license plate bracket screw inserts are damaged but the openings for the inserts in the license plate bracket are not, the license plate bracket screw inserts are available as a replacement part (WHT 003 200).
WARRANTY
This damage is due to outside influence and is not covered by any Audi Warranty.
REQUIRED PARTS AND TOOLS
| Part Number | Part Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| WHT003200 |
Nut (M6) |
01 - 04 (as needed) |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2030471 ) are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information. Please check the Repair Manual for fasteners, bolts, nuts, and screws that require replacement during the repair.
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