Recall 96V-017
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recalled the 1994 to 1996 Audi 100 and 5 other models: Electrical system (ignition, switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-017
- Reported
- January 29, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 24,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Defective ignition switches were improperly manufactured and can cause some electrical accessories to malfunction.
The risk
Some electrical accessories, such as, turn signals, windshield wipers, lamps, power wind0ws and air conditioners can malfunction when the car is started.
The fix
Dealers will replace the ignition switch.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: electrical; ignition; switch. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Note: 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-[removed].