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2003 Audi A4

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

on certain vehicles equipped with 1.8l turbo, 2.8l v6, or 3.0l engines, a change in the electrical motor components in the fuel pump can lead to an inoperative fuel pump and, ultimately, stoppage of fuel supply to the engine causing it to stall.

Corrective Action

if fuel flow to the engine is interrupted, the vehicle could stall without warning and thus present a potential risk of crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will install new fuel pumps free of charge. the recall began on september 28, 20007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-222-8987 or audi at 1-800-822-2834. this recall is a supplement to a previous campaign (please see 06v017).

2003 Audi A4

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

on certain vehicles produced from september 2002 - march 2003, equipped with 1.8l turbo, 2.8l v6, or 3.0l engines, a change in the electrical motor components in the fuel pump can lead to an inoperative fuel pump and, ultimately, stoppage of fuel supply to the engine causing it to stall.

Corrective Action

if fuel flow to the engine is interrupted, the vehicle could stall without warning and thus present a potential risk of crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will install new fuel pumps free of charge. the recall began on april 10, 2006. owners may contact vw at 1-800-222-8987 or audi at 1-800-822-2834.

2001 Audi A4

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

2000 Audi A4

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

2000 Audi A4

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, ølamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.ø

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash

Recall Notes

aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2006. owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.

1999 Audi A4

Component

Steering:Linkages:Rod:Relay:Connecting

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the tie rods of the steering assembly are protected on each side by a seal to prevent moisture and dust particles from entering the swivel bearing mechanism. it is possible that some tie rod seals may not seal properly.

Corrective Action

if moisture and/or dust particles enter the swivel bearing mechanism, the swivel bearing could wear over time diminishing the steering control of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the tie rods.

1999 Audi A4

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

1999 Audi A4

Component

Steering:Linkages:Rod:Relay:Connecting

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the tie rods of the steering assembly are protected on each side by a seal to prevent moisture and dust particles from entering the swivel bearing mechanism. it is possible that some tie rod seals may not seal properly.

Corrective Action

if moisture and/or dust particles enter the swivel bearing mechanism, the swivel bearing could wear over time diminishing the steering control of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the tie rods.

1999 Audi A4

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, ølamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.ø

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash

Recall Notes

aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2006. owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.

1999 Audi A4

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. a control valve in the vacuum hose connecting the brake booster to the intake manifold may not open or close fully at temperatures below -4 f under certain driving conditions.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause insufficient vacuum to be provided to the brake booster.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a vacuum by-pass system into vehicles operated in these states which is designed to provide sufficient vacuum for full brake assist under all weather conditions.

1998 Audi A4

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

1998 Audi A4

Component

Steering:Linkages:Rod:Relay:Connecting

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the tie rods of the steering assembly are protected on each side by a seal to prevent moisture and dust particles from entering the swivel bearing mechanism. it is possible that some tie rod seals may not seal properly.

Corrective Action

if moisture and/or dust particles enter the swivel bearing mechanism, the swivel bearing could wear over time diminishing the steering control of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the tie rods.

1998 Audi A4

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, ølamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.ø

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash

Recall Notes

aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2006. owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.

1998 Audi A4

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. a control valve in the vacuum hose connecting the brake booster to the intake manifold may not open or close fully at temperatures below -4 f under certain driving conditions.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause insufficient vacuum to be provided to the brake booster.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a vacuum by-pass system into vehicles operated in these states which is designed to provide sufficient vacuum for full brake assist under all weather conditions.

1998 Audi A4

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the engine backfires during a cold-start, an air screen which is loosely seated in the air flow meter can become damaged.

Corrective Action

screen pieces could enter the intake air flow system and prevent the throttle plate from returning to its full idle position.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a retaining ring to hold the air screen in place.

1997 Audi A4

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

1997 Audi A4

Component

Electrical System:Ignition:Switch

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, as a result of a problem in the production process of the ignition switch, the anchor point of the spring may crack. this could potentially cause the return spring force to be insufficient for returning the ignition key to the running position after starting the engine.

Corrective Action

this condition causes electrical accessories such as windshield wipers and headlights to become inoperative increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a new ignition switch with an optimized anchor point free of charge. the recall began on november 27, 2006. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834. note: this recall supersedes the remedy program under a previous recall (please see 00v317).

1997 Audi A4

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, ølamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.ø

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash

Recall Notes

aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2006. owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.

1997 Audi A4

Component

Electrical System:Ignition:Switch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the plastic ignition switch housing can fracture at the return spring anchor point. fracture of the housing could cause the return spring force to be insufficient for returning the ignition key to the running position after starting the engine.

Corrective Action

this condition causes electrical accessories such as windshield wipers and headlights to become inoperative.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the ignition switch.

1997 Audi A4

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. a control valve in the vacuum hose connecting the brake booster to the intake manifold may not open or close fully at temperatures below -4 f under certain driving conditions.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause insufficient vacuum to be provided to the brake booster.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a vacuum by-pass system into vehicles operated in these states which is designed to provide sufficient vacuum for full brake assist under all weather conditions.

1997 Audi A4

Component

Air Bags:Frontal

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the discharge of static electricity under low humidity conditions can activate the driver side air bag when the driver enters or exits the vehicle and forms an electrical circuit by touching certain areas of the steering wheel.

Corrective Action

activation of the air bag under these conditions can cause personal injury.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a ground wire on the driver side air bag.

1997 Audi A4

Component

Seat Belts:Rear

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the rear seat belt retractors may not lock properly when engaged, or not remain locked after being engaged.

Corrective Action

in the event of a crash, an improperly locking seat belt could cause injury to an occupant.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the rear seat belt assembly.

1996 Audi A4

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

1996 Audi A4

Component

Electrical System:Ignition:Switch

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, as a result of a problem in the production process of the ignition switch, the anchor point of the spring may crack. this could potentially cause the return spring force to be insufficient for returning the ignition key to the running position after starting the engine.

Corrective Action

this condition causes electrical accessories such as windshield wipers and headlights to become inoperative increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a new ignition switch with an optimized anchor point free of charge. the recall began on november 27, 2006. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834. note: this recall supersedes the remedy program under a previous recall (please see 00v317).

1996 Audi A4

Component

Communications:Horn Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the horn can work only intermittently due to insufficient electrical ground contact.

Corrective Action

this condition could prevent a driver from sounding a warning by using the horn increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

corrective action: dealers will install a ground contact spring which will enhance the electrical ground connection.

1996 Audi A4

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, ølamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.ø

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash

Recall Notes

aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2006. owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.

1996 Audi A4

Component

Electrical System:Ignition:Switch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the plastic ignition switch housing can fracture at the return spring anchor point. fracture of the housing could cause the return spring force to be insufficient for returning the ignition key to the running position after starting the engine.

Corrective Action

this condition causes electrical accessories such as windshield wipers and headlights to become inoperative.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the ignition switch.

1996 Audi A4

Component

Air Bags:Frontal

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the discharge of static electricity under low humidity conditions can activate the driver side air bag when the driver enters or exits the vehicle and forms an electrical circuit by touching certain areas of the steering wheel.

Corrective Action

activation of the air bag under these conditions can cause personal injury.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a ground wire on the driver side air bag.

1995 Audi A4

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, ølamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.ø

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash

Recall Notes

aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2006. owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.

1995 Audi A4

Component

Air Bags:Frontal

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the discharge of static electricity under low humidity conditions can activate the driver side air bag when the driver enters or exits the vehicle and forms an electrical circuit by touching certain areas of the steering wheel.

Corrective Action

activation of the air bag under these conditions can cause personal injury.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a ground wire on the driver side air bag.