Recall 05V-096
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recalled the 2003 to 2004 Audi A4 and 1 other model: Exterior lighting (headlights).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-096
- Reported
- March 15, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 9,965 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, there is a possibility of xenon headlamp coating degradation over time. The luminous transmittance of the headlamp may decrease over a period of time.
The risk
This condition could affect a driver's field of view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the left and right xenon headlamp reflectors free of charge. The recall began on april 11, 2005. Owners may contact audi at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
VW recall no. Jh. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]