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1991 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Axle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the differential oil of the transaxle is lost over time due to evaporation. low oil levels cause premature bearing and gear wear and eventual failure of the differential.

Corrective Action

in the event of failure, the vehicle's drive wheels couldlose power. in extreme circumstances, the front wheels lock, causing rapiddeceleration resulting in possible loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

drain and replace the differential gear oil with oil having higher performance characteristics.

1990 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Axle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the differential oil of the transaxle is lost over time due to evaporation. low oil levels cause premature bearing and gear wear and eventual failure of the differential.

Corrective Action

in the event of failure, the vehicle's drive wheels couldlose power. in extreme circumstances, the front wheels lock, causing rapiddeceleration resulting in possible loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

drain and replace the differential gear oil with oil having higher performance characteristics.

1989 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Axle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the differential oil of the transaxle is lost over time due to evaporation. low oil levels cause premature bearing and gear wear and eventual failure of the differential.

Corrective Action

in the event of failure, the vehicle's drive wheels couldlose power. in extreme circumstances, the front wheels lock, causing rapiddeceleration resulting in possible loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

drain and replace the differential gear oil with oil having higher performance characteristics.

1989 Audi 5000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

fuel injection seals may harden, due to high temperature and alcohol in some fuels, and allow fuel to escape into the engine compartment.

Corrective Action

fuel dripping onto hot engine components could cause anengine compartment fire.

Recall Notes

replace engines fuel injector seals with improved seals plus improvements designed to better insulate the engine against fire risk.

1988 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Axle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the differential oil of the transaxle is lost over time due to evaporation. low oil levels cause premature bearing and gear wear and eventual failure of the differential.

Corrective Action

in the event of failure, the vehicle's drive wheels couldlose power. in extreme circumstances, the front wheels lock, causing rapiddeceleration resulting in possible loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

drain and replace the differential gear oil with oil having higher performance characteristics.

1988 Audi 5000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

fuel injection seals may harden, due to high temperature and alcohol in some fuels, and allow fuel to escape into the engine compartment.

Corrective Action

fuel dripping onto hot engine components could cause anengine compartment fire.

Recall Notes

replace engines fuel injector seals with improved seals plus improvements designed to better insulate the engine against fire risk.

1988 Audi 5000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

repeated topping off of fuel tank during refueling reduces the expansion space within the tank allowing vapors to escape from the charcoal filter to outside rather than being inducted into the engine.

Corrective Action

escaping vapors could ignite by heat emitted by theexhaust system.

Recall Notes

install redesigned filler neck and a new vent valve and hose for charcoal filter. also, stop refueling when pump nozzle shuts off.

1987 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Axle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the differential oil of the transaxle is lost over time due to evaporation. low oil levels cause premature bearing and gear wear and eventual failure of the differential.

Corrective Action

in the event of failure, the vehicle's drive wheels couldlose power. in extreme circumstances, the front wheels lock, causing rapiddeceleration resulting in possible loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

drain and replace the differential gear oil with oil having higher performance characteristics.

1987 Audi 5000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

fuel injection seals may harden, due to high temperature and alcohol in some fuels, and allow fuel to escape into the engine compartment.

Corrective Action

fuel dripping onto hot engine components could cause anengine compartment fire.

Recall Notes

replace engines fuel injector seals with improved seals plus improvements designed to better insulate the engine against fire risk.

1987 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Disc:Caliper

Consequence of Defect

certain rear brake calipers could bind and consequently overheat.

Corrective Action

overheated calipers could cause brake pedal to feelspongy and could result in one brake circuit becoming inoperative. brakingability would be affected.

Recall Notes

requires inspection of brake calipers and replacement of calipers as necessary.

1987 Audi 5000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

repeated topping off of fuel tank during refueling reduces the expansion space within the tank allowing vapors to escape from the charcoal filter to outside rather than being inducted into the engine.

Corrective Action

escaping vapors could ignite by heat emitted by theexhaust system.

Recall Notes

install redesigned filler neck and a new vent valve and hose for charcoal filter. also, stop refueling when pump nozzle shuts off.

1986 Audi 5000

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control

Consequence of Defect

the idle stabilizer may experience excessive wear, causing engine idle fluctuations, usually described as engine surge, which increase with usage of the car.

Corrective Action

engine surge could ultimately see-saw to the extend thatloss of vehicle control could be experienced if the brakes were not applied intime. there is a risk of a collision and injury in a confined space.

Recall Notes

replace idle stabilization valve.

1986 Audi 5000

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

rear or front right seat belt locks may not properly engage. consequence of defect: seat belts could separate in event of heavy brake application or impact and thus subject passengers to injury.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace seat belts, as necessary.

1986 Audi 5000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Consequence of Defect

misadjustment of fuel distributor allows fuel to escape and be absorbed by the air filter. consequence of defect: with the fuel absorbed by the air filter and an engine backfire on restart, this fuel could ignite and result in an engine compartment fire.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

installation of an air filter modification kit to preclude fuel leaks.

1986 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.

Corrective Action

unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.

Recall Notes

install an automatic shift lock to prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved from park to reverse or drive unless brake pedal is applied at the same time.

1986 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

these brake hose assemblies have inadequate crimps attaching the hose to the hose fittings and could cause the hose and fitting to separate.

Corrective Action

if the brake hose assembly separates, loss of braking power can occur increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

these brake hose assemblies will be replaced.

1986 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Axle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the differential oil of the transaxle is lost over time due to evaporation. low oil levels cause premature bearing and gear wear and eventual failure of the differential.

Corrective Action

in the event of failure, the vehicle's drive wheels couldlose power. in extreme circumstances, the front wheels lock, causing rapiddeceleration resulting in possible loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

drain and replace the differential gear oil with oil having higher performance characteristics.

1986 Audi 5000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

fuel injection seals may harden, due to high temperature and alcohol in some fuels, and allow fuel to escape into the engine compartment.

Corrective Action

fuel dripping onto hot engine components could cause anengine compartment fire.

Recall Notes

replace engines fuel injector seals with improved seals plus improvements designed to better insulate the engine against fire risk.

1986 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Disc:Caliper

Consequence of Defect

certain rear brake calipers could bind and consequently overheat.

Corrective Action

overheated calipers could cause brake pedal to feelspongy and could result in one brake circuit becoming inoperative. brakingability would be affected.

Recall Notes

requires inspection of brake calipers and replacement of calipers as necessary.

1986 Audi 5000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

repeated topping off of fuel tank during refueling reduces the expansion space within the tank allowing vapors to escape from the charcoal filter to outside rather than being inducted into the engine.

Corrective Action

escaping vapors could ignite by heat emitted by theexhaust system.

Recall Notes

install redesigned filler neck and a new vent valve and hose for charcoal filter. also, stop refueling when pump nozzle shuts off.

1985 Audi 5000

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control

Consequence of Defect

the idle stabilizer may experience excessive wear, causing engine idle fluctuations, usually described as engine surge, which increase with usage of the car.

Corrective Action

engine surge could ultimately see-saw to the extend thatloss of vehicle control could be experienced if the brakes were not applied intime. there is a risk of a collision and injury in a confined space.

Recall Notes

replace idle stabilization valve.

1985 Audi 5000

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control

Consequence of Defect

malfunctions of internal components of idle control unit could cause idle stabilizer valve to become activated outside its normal operating range.

Corrective Action

idle rpm may become erratic and, in someinstances,increase.

Recall Notes

install latest specification idle control unit.

1985 Audi 5000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Consequence of Defect

misadjustment of fuel distributor allows fuel to escape and be absorbed by the air filter. consequence of defect: with the fuel absorbed by the air filter and an engine backfire on restart, this fuel could ignite and result in an engine compartment fire.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

installation of an air filter modification kit to preclude fuel leaks.

1985 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.

Corrective Action

unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.

Recall Notes

install an automatic shift lock to prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved from park to reverse or drive unless brake pedal is applied at the same time.

1985 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

these brake hose assemblies have inadequate crimps attaching the hose to the hose fittings and could cause the hose and fitting to separate.

Corrective Action

if the brake hose assembly separates, loss of braking power can occur increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

these brake hose assemblies will be replaced.

1985 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Axle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the differential oil of the transaxle is lost over time due to evaporation. low oil levels cause premature bearing and gear wear and eventual failure of the differential.

Corrective Action

in the event of failure, the vehicle's drive wheels couldlose power. in extreme circumstances, the front wheels lock, causing rapiddeceleration resulting in possible loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

drain and replace the differential gear oil with oil having higher performance characteristics.

1985 Audi 5000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

fuel injection seals may harden, due to high temperature and alcohol in some fuels, and allow fuel to escape into the engine compartment.

Corrective Action

fuel dripping onto hot engine components could cause anengine compartment fire.

Recall Notes

replace engines fuel injector seals with improved seals plus improvements designed to better insulate the engine against fire risk.

1985 Audi 5000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

repeated topping off of fuel tank during refueling reduces the expansion space within the tank allowing vapors to escape from the charcoal filter to outside rather than being inducted into the engine.

Corrective Action

escaping vapors could ignite by heat emitted by theexhaust system.

Recall Notes

install redesigned filler neck and a new vent valve and hose for charcoal filter. also, stop refueling when pump nozzle shuts off.

1984 Audi 5000

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control

Consequence of Defect

malfunctions of internal components of idle control unit could cause idle stabilizer valve to become activated outside its normal operating range.

Corrective Action

idle rpm may become erratic and, in someinstances,increase.

Recall Notes

install latest specification idle control unit.

1984 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.

Corrective Action

unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.

Recall Notes

install an automatic shift lock to prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved from park to reverse or drive unless brake pedal is applied at the same time.

1984 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

these brake hose assemblies have inadequate crimps attaching the hose to the hose fittings and could cause the hose and fitting to separate.

Corrective Action

if the brake hose assembly separates, loss of braking power can occur increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

these brake hose assemblies will be replaced.

1984 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

under adverse weather conditions, outer rubber layer of brake hoses may become brittle and develop cracks. consequence of defect: cracks could lead to loss of brake fluid resulting in an increase in stopping distance and possibly an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace brake hoses as necessary.

1984 Audi 5000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

fuel injection seals may harden, due to high temperature and alcohol in some fuels, and allow fuel to escape into the engine compartment.

Corrective Action

fuel dripping onto hot engine components could cause anengine compartment fire.

Recall Notes

replace engines fuel injector seals with improved seals plus improvements designed to better insulate the engine against fire risk.

1984 Audi 5000

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

repeated topping off of fuel tank during refueling reduces the expansion space within the tank allowing vapors to escape from the charcoal filter to outside rather than being inducted into the engine.

Corrective Action

escaping vapors could ignite by heat emitted by theexhaust system.

Recall Notes

install redesigned filler neck and a new vent valve and hose for charcoal filter. also, stop refueling when pump nozzle shuts off.

1983 Audi 5000

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, an improperly placed mat interferes with the vibration absorber attached to the underside of the accelerator. the pedal may not fully return to the idle position.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: this could result in unintentional accleration which could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install, where necessary, a guide for the accelerator pedal and inspect the entire throttle system.

1983 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.

Corrective Action

unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.

Recall Notes

install an automatic shift lock to prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved from park to reverse or drive unless brake pedal is applied at the same time.

1983 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

these brake hose assemblies have inadequate crimps attaching the hose to the hose fittings and could cause the hose and fitting to separate.

Corrective Action

if the brake hose assembly separates, loss of braking power can occur increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

these brake hose assemblies will be replaced.

1983 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

under adverse weather conditions, outer rubber layer of brake hoses may become brittle and develop cracks. consequence of defect: cracks could lead to loss of brake fluid resulting in an increase in stopping distance and possibly an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace brake hoses as necessary.

1983 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages

Consequence of Defect

certain vehicles were assembled with an insufficient height differential between the accelerator and brake pedals.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: the driver could inadvertantly depress both pedals at one time, lose control, and have an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install a brake pedal plate which will raise the brake pedal to the proper height.

1982 Audi 5000

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, an improperly placed mat interferes with the vibration absorber attached to the underside of the accelerator. the pedal may not fully return to the idle position.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: this could result in unintentional accleration which could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install, where necessary, a guide for the accelerator pedal and inspect the entire throttle system.

1982 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.

Corrective Action

unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.

Recall Notes

install an automatic shift lock to prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved from park to reverse or drive unless brake pedal is applied at the same time.

1982 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages

Consequence of Defect

certain vehicles were assembled with an insufficient height differential between the accelerator and brake pedals.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: the driver could inadvertantly depress both pedals at one time, lose control, and have an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install a brake pedal plate which will raise the brake pedal to the proper height.

1981 Audi 5000

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, an improperly placed mat interferes with the vibration absorber attached to the underside of the accelerator. the pedal may not fully return to the idle position.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: this could result in unintentional accleration which could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install, where necessary, a guide for the accelerator pedal and inspect the entire throttle system.

1981 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.

Corrective Action

unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.

Recall Notes

install an automatic shift lock to prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved from park to reverse or drive unless brake pedal is applied at the same time.

1981 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages

Consequence of Defect

certain vehicles were assembled with an insufficient height differential between the accelerator and brake pedals.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: the driver could inadvertantly depress both pedals at one time, lose control, and have an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install a brake pedal plate which will raise the brake pedal to the proper height.

1980 Audi 5000

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, an improperly placed mat interferes with the vibration absorber attached to the underside of the accelerator. the pedal may not fully return to the idle position.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: this could result in unintentional accleration which could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install, where necessary, a guide for the accelerator pedal and inspect the entire throttle system.

1980 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.

Corrective Action

unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.

Recall Notes

install an automatic shift lock to prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved from park to reverse or drive unless brake pedal is applied at the same time.

1980 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages

Consequence of Defect

certain vehicles were assembled with an insufficient height differential between the accelerator and brake pedals.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: the driver could inadvertantly depress both pedals at one time, lose control, and have an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install a brake pedal plate which will raise the brake pedal to the proper height.

1979 Audi 5000

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, an improperly placed mat interferes with the vibration absorber attached to the underside of the accelerator. the pedal may not fully return to the idle position.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: this could result in unintentional accleration which could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install, where necessary, a guide for the accelerator pedal and inspect the entire throttle system.

1979 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.

Corrective Action

unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.

Recall Notes

install an automatic shift lock to prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved from park to reverse or drive unless brake pedal is applied at the same time.

1979 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages

Consequence of Defect

certain vehicles were assembled with an insufficient height differential between the accelerator and brake pedals.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: the driver could inadvertantly depress both pedals at one time, lose control, and have an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install a brake pedal plate which will raise the brake pedal to the proper height.

1978 Audi 5000

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, an improperly placed mat interferes with the vibration absorber attached to the underside of the accelerator. the pedal may not fully return to the idle position.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: this could result in unintentional accleration which could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install, where necessary, a guide for the accelerator pedal and inspect the entire throttle system.

1978 Audi 5000

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.

Corrective Action

unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.

Recall Notes

install an automatic shift lock to prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved from park to reverse or drive unless brake pedal is applied at the same time.

1978 Audi 5000

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages

Consequence of Defect

certain vehicles were assembled with an insufficient height differential between the accelerator and brake pedals.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: the driver could inadvertantly depress both pedals at one time, lose control, and have an accident.

Recall Notes

dealer will install a brake pedal plate which will raise the brake pedal to the proper height.