Recall 93V-006
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recalled the 1990 to 1991 Audi 100 and 5 other models: Power train (axle assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 93V-006
- Reported
- January 11, 1993
- Vehicles affected
- 152,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
Drain and replace the differential gear oil with oil having higher performance characteristics.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: power train.vehicle description: passenger cars with automatic 3-speed transmissions.