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Recall 08V-397

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recalled the 1996 to 2003 Audi A8: Power train (automatic transmission).

At a glance

Campaign number
08V-397
Reported
August 14, 2008
Vehicles affected
13,900 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Volkswagen is recalling 13,900 my 1996-2003 audi a8 vehicles equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission. The locking cable may move out of position over time. With the locking cable out of position, the shifter can be moved out of the "park" position even if the ignition key is not in the ignition lock.

The risk

This could allow the vehicle to roll, causing a crash without warning.

The fix

Dealers will modify the automatic transmission locking cable by installing an adjusting piece that will secure the locking cable in place. The recall began on september 12, 2008. Owners may contact audi at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Volkswagen/audi recall no.37d5/j2. 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]

Affected vehicles