Recall 98V-134
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recalled the 1998 Audi A4 and 2 other models: Engine and engine cooling (cooling system).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 98V-134
- Reported
- June 22, 1998
- Vehicles affected
- 19,800 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the engine backfires during a cold-start, an air screen which is loosely seated in the air flow meter can become damaged.
The risk
Screen pieces could enter the intake air flow system and prevent the throttle plate from returning to its full idle position.
The fix
Dealers will install a retaining ring to hold the air screen in place.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began during august 1998.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 vwoa at 1-[removed] or 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 1998
- Audi A6 1998
- Volkswagen Passat 1998