Recall 00V-317
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recalled the 1996 to 1997 Audi A4: Electrical system (ignition, switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 00V-317
- Reported
- October 11, 2000
- Vehicles affected
- 27,900 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
This condition causes electrical accessories such as windshield wipers and headlights to become inoperative.
The fix
Dealers will replace the ignition switch.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began july 6, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact audi at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Audi A4 1996 to 1997