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Audi A4 Repair and Maintenance

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Audi A4 Questions and Answers

Teletran-1, 2001 Audi A4, 4 cylinder, Bedford, TX

I recently purchase and Audi A4 Quattro 2001 1.8 and the car unfortunately did not come with any manuals what so ever. Until I come with the excessive money to replace the instructions (radio codes...

ricardo, 2002 Audi A4, 3.0L V6, Beach Haven, NJ

..replaced OEM rear lights with aftermarket kit (darkened version) and everything works except for right rear back up bulb. tried swapping out bulbs and still not working - get that annoying error ...

Duck, 2003 Audi A4, Raleigh, NC

the fron seat back panel has come almost off. How is it refastened?

tpfalvey, 2004 Audi A4, 4 cylinder, Randolph, NJ

What is the cost to change the transmission control unit?

laurenaudi, 1996 Audi A4, Wilmington, NC

When I'm driving, the initial acceleration of the vehicle is fine but when I get up to 35-45 mph the car sputters. What is causing my car to do this?

skip3168, 2006 Audi A4, 1.8L 4 cylinder turbo, Greenville, SC

These two Codes come up and it says "intake Manifold Runner Sensor-Bank 1" what do I need to replace?

woodb1, 1996 Audi A4, Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Any idea how much it would cost to install a Power Train Control Module if I already have the part? A range would be fine.

fildo, 2002 Audi A4, 4 cylinder, Minneapolis, MN

Engine & car suddenly started shaking at low RPMs while city driving. I just got the spark plugs replaced, so it leads me to believe one of them might have failed. My questions are:

1) Does ...

Audi 2001, 2001 Audi A4, V6, Oceanside, CA

Hi,

I tried to get my 2001 Audi smogged over the weekend and the smog tech. said that the check engine light is not working. Does anyone have any idea what could be wrong? We have checked the ...

Vivian, 2004 Audi A4, Winter Garden, FL

Where is the Tranmission control Module located in the Audi A4 (non quattro) 2004 and is it some that can be repaired or rebuilt with having to buy a new one.

susanf, 2000 Audi A4, 4 cylinder, Holtsville, NY

I have an Audi A4 that ticks over ok when engine started but when slowing down to turn corners or coming to a halt loses power and cuts out. Drives fine as you are going up the gears and driving al...

dianestokes, 2004 Audi A4, 4 cylinder, Wynne, AR

Where is the Engine Speed Sensor located?

wsteele, 1996 Audi A4, Bowie, MD

Temp guage show car is overheating but car is not. Are there sensors that need to be replaced?

JPeeler, 2002 Audi A4, 3.0L V6, Newport, KY

I am being told that my Cam seals, gears, and adjusters need to be replaced. (car leaked oil). 1.) Is this "normal" on a 7 year old car and 2.) car was in 2 weeks ago for 105K service wh...

beast031, 1996 Audi A4, V6, Lawrenceville, GA

i have a 1996 Audi A4 body with 98' Engine and transmission. The exact problem is the ECM does not communicate with the TCM. The engine and transmission both work, they just need to be programed. h...

mixandgo, 2002 Audi A4, 4 cylinder, San Francisco, CA

Hello,

I am having a weird issue with my car: It stops randomly. It doesn't make any difference if I am driving or just waiting at the light, it just stops. I am not sure if this makes sense bu...

nava4955, 2003 Audi A4, 4 cylinder, Long Beach, CA

I did not find this on the repairpal directory.

samhsu, 2003 Audi A4, 4 cylinder, Frederick, MD

Any help... heavy fuel or emission smell inside cabin while driving or stationary. Just replaced valve cover gasket and odor still persist? Also a ticking or tapping noise coming from the rear poss...

bran1jo2, 2001 Audi A4, 4 cylinder, Omaha, NE

Motor mount

Audi A4 Car Reviews (3)

2002 Audi A4, MegaWhizz, West Bloomfield, MI, December 16, 2009 19:53

Love the 02 A4. The best part is the control and balance, I can comfortably take sharp curves on the freeway at 70 mph. Maintenance is expensive, the only downside. Highly recommend this car!

2001 Audi A4, cherylag96, Allen, TX, November 11, 2009 08:38

Works great under warranty, but very expensive to repair. Mine is 8 years old and I am no longer seeing value in repairing it as I could buy a new car for what it has cost me to repair it recently. Mostly wear and tear items. But for several years I was having to repair cam engine valves (?maybe?) where the engine was leaking oil. Not a cheap repair and it happened 4 times (twice was under the 1 yr parts/labor warranty from the previous repair).

1998 Audi A4, ClaytonL, High Ridge, MO, May 17, 2009 17:24

It's a beautiful car that when it works, works verry well. Unfortunatley when it doesn't, it's not the easiest to get fixed... A great car for someone with money to fix it.

Audi A4 Problems

Brakes ABS control module failure can cause the ABS light to illuminate.
Engine
  • To prevent possible engine problems, our technicians recommend regular inspection of the water pump and timing belt.
  • External oil leaks at the valley pan gasket and head gasket are common.
Exhaust & Emissions 1.8T (1.8L 4 Cylinder Turbo)
Suspension & Steering Premature wear in various multi-link suspension components can cause noises that are difficult to diagnose. Worn suspension parts can also cause uneven tire wear and create steering alignment problems.
Drive Train
Electrical & Lights Turn signals can become erratic when the flasher relay starts to fail.

Audi A4 Recalls and TSBs

Audi A4 Recalls (Recent)

Body, Interior & Misc.: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Campaign Number: 97V175000
Dates Manufactured: 07/1994 to 09/1996
Number of Vehicles Affected: 39,300
Model Years Affected: 1996, 1997
Date Owner Notified: 10/1997

Defect Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DISCHARGE OF STATIC ELECTRICITY UNDER LOW HUMIDITY CONDITIONS CAN ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WHEN THE DRIVER ENTERS OR EXITS THE VEHICLE AND FORMS AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT BY TOUCHING CERTAIN AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL.

Consequence Summary: ACTIVATION OF THE AIR BAG UNDER THESE CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND WIRE ON THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG.

Recall Notes: OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 13, 1997.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 1-800-822-2834.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.

Body, Interior & Misc.: SEAT BELTS:REAR
Campaign Number: 97V115000
Dates Manufactured: 02/1997 to 02/1997
Number of Vehicles Affected: 12
Model Years Affected: 1997
Date Owner Notified: 07/1997

Defect Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTORS MAY NOT LOCK PROPERLY WHEN ENGAGED, OR NOT REMAIN LOCKED AFTER BEING ENGAGED.

Consequence Summary: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, AN IMPROPERLY LOCKING SEAT BELT COULD CAUSE INJURY TO AN OCCUPANT.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY.

Recall Notes: NOTE:AUDI HAS TELEPHONED ALL OWNERS INVOLVED IN THIS CAMPAIGN. NO FURTHER ACTION WILL BE TAKEN ON THIS RECALL.

Brakes: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Campaign Number: 99V131001
Dates Manufactured: 10/1997 to 02/1999
Number of Vehicles Affected: 88,121
Model Years Affected: 1997, 1998, 1999
Date Owner Notified: 10/1999

Defect Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. A CONTROL VALVE IN THE VACUUM HOSE CONNECTING THE BRAKE BOOSTER TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD MAY NOT OPEN OR CLOSE FULLY AT TEMPERATURES BELOW -4 F UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS.

Consequence Summary: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE INSUFFICIENT VACUUM TO BE PROVIDED TO THE BRAKE BOOSTER.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A VACUUM BY-PASS SYSTEM INTO VEHICLES OPERATED IN THESE STATES WHICH IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT VACUUM FOR FULL BRAKE ASSIST UNDER ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS.

Recall Notes: OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 9, 1999.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 VW AT 1-800-822-8987 OR AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Electrical & Lights: COMMUNICATIONS:HORN ASSEMBLY
Campaign Number: 96V088000
Dates Manufactured: 09/1995 to 01/1996
Number of Vehicles Affected: 3,700
Model Years Affected: 1996
Date Owner Notified: 05/1996

Defect Summary: THE HORN CAN WORK ONLY INTERMITTENTLY DUE TO INSUFFICIENT ELECTRICAL GROUND CONTACT.

Consequence Summary: THIS CONDITION COULD PREVENT A DRIVER FROM SOUNDING A WARNING BY USING THE HORN INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Corrective Summary: CORRECTIVE ACTION: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND CONTACT SPRING WHICH WILL ENHANCE THE ELECTRICAL GROUND CONNECTION.

Recall Notes: SYSTEM: COMMUNICATIONS; HORN ASSEMBLY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEING DURING LATE MAY 1996. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND OD NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-2834. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.

Electrical & Lights: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Campaign Number: 06V403000
Dates Manufactured: 10/1995 to 08/1997
Number of Vehicles Affected: 28,594
Model Years Affected: 1996, 1997
Date Owner Notified: 11/2006

Defect Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, AS A RESULT OF A PROBLEM IN THE PRODUCTION PROCESS OF THE IGNITION SWITCH, THE ANCHOR POINT OF THE SPRING MAY CRACK. THIS COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE THE RETURN SPRING FORCE TO BE INSUFFICIENT FOR RETURNING THE IGNITION KEY TO THE RUNNING POSITION AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE.

Consequence Summary: THIS CONDITION CAUSES ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES SUCH AS WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND HEADLIGHTS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW IGNITION SWITCH WITH AN OPTIMIZED ANCHOR POINT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 27, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834. NOTE: THIS RECALL SUPERSEDES THE REMEDY PROGRAM UNDER A PREVIOUS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 00V317).

Recall Notes: AUDI RECALL NO. JS.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION?S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

Electrical & Lights: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Campaign Number: 00V317000
Dates Manufactured: 10/1995 to 08/1997
Number of Vehicles Affected: 27,900
Model Years Affected: 1996, 1997
Date Owner Notified: 07/2001

Defect Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE PLASTIC IGNITION SWITCH HOUSING CAN FRACTURE AT THE RETURN SPRING ANCHOR POINT. FRACTURE OF THE HOUSING COULD CAUSE THE RETURN SPRING FORCE TO BE INSUFFICIENT FOR RETURNING THE IGNITION KEY TO THE RUNNING POSITION AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE.

Consequence Summary: THIS CONDITION CAUSES ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES SUCH AS WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND HEADLIGHTS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.

Recall Notes: OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 6, 2001. 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 1-800-822-2834. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Electrical & Lights: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Campaign Number: 06E049000
Number of Vehicles Affected: 27,176
Model Years Affected: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001
Date Owner Notified: 07/2006

Defect Summary: CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence Summary: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Corrective Summary: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

Recall Notes: THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS.FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE LAMP MODEL NUMBERS, CLICK ON DOCUMENT SEARCH AND VIEW DOCUMENT TITLED ¿LAMP MODEL NUMBERS.¿CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

Electrical & Lights: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Campaign Number: 06E060000
Number of Vehicles Affected: 87,745
Model Years Affected: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000
Date Owner Notified: 08/2006

Defect Summary: CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, ¿LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.¿

Consequence Summary: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH

Corrective Summary: AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.

Recall Notes: THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AAI MOTORSPORTS AFTERMARKET LAMPS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES.FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE LAMP MODEL NUMBERS, CLICK ON DOCUMENT SEARCH AND VIEW DOCUMENT TITLED "LAMP MODEL NUMBERS."CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION¿S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

Electrical & Lights: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Campaign Number: 05V096000
Dates Manufactured: 01/2003 to 02/2004
Number of Vehicles Affected: 9,965
Model Years Affected: 2003, 2004
Date Owner Notified: 04/2005

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: THIS CONDITION COULD AFFECT A DRIVER'S FIELD OF VIEW, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Corrective Summary: 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 1-800-822-2834.

Recall Notes: VW RECALL NO. JH. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

Engine: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Campaign Number: 98V134000
Dates Manufactured: 02/1997 to 02/1998
Number of Vehicles Affected: 19,800
Model Years Affected: 1998
Date Owner Notified: 08/1998

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: SCREEN PIECES COULD ENTER THE INTAKE AIR FLOW SYSTEM AND PREVENT THE THROTTLE PLATE FROM RETURNING TO ITS FULL IDLE POSITION.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RETAINING RING TO HOLD THE AIR SCREEN IN PLACE.

Recall Notes: 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 1-800-822-8987 OR AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Engine: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Campaign Number: 06V017000
Dates Manufactured: 09/2002 to 03/2003
Number of Vehicles Affected: 74,000
Model Years Affected: 2003
Date Owner Notified: 04/2006

Defect Summary: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES PRODUCED FROM SEPTEMBER 2002 - MARCH 2003, EQUIPPED WITH 1.8L TURBO, 2.8L V6, OR 3.0L ENGINES, A CHANGE IN THE ELECTRICAL MOTOR COMPONENTS IN THE FUEL PUMP CAN LEAD TO AN INOPERATIVE FUEL PUMP AND, ULTIMATELY, STOPPAGE OF FUEL SUPPLY TO THE ENGINE CAUSING IT TO STALL.

Consequence Summary: IF FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE IS INTERRUPTED, THE VEHICLE COULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING AND THUS PRESENT A POTENTIAL RISK OF CRASH.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 10, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-222-8987 OR AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.

Recall Notes: VW RECALL NO. M7 AND AUDI RECALL NO. JL.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

Engine: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Campaign Number: 07V375000
Dates Manufactured: 08/2002 to 04/2003
Number of Vehicles Affected: 34,358
Model Years Affected: 2003
Date Owner Notified: 09/2007

Defect Summary: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.8L TURBO, 2.8L V6, OR 3.0L ENGINES, A CHANGE IN THE ELECTRICAL MOTOR COMPONENTS IN THE FUEL PUMP CAN LEAD TO AN INOPERATIVE FUEL PUMP AND, ULTIMATELY, STOPPAGE OF FUEL SUPPLY TO THE ENGINE CAUSING IT TO STALL.

Consequence Summary: IF FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE IS INTERRUPTED, THE VEHICLE COULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING AND THUS PRESENT A POTENTIAL RISK OF CRASH.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 28, 20007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-222-8987 OR AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834. THIS RECALL IS A SUPPLEMENT TO A PREVIOUS CAMPAIGN (PLEASE SEE 06V017).

Recall Notes: VW RECALL NO. M7 AND AUDI RECALL NO. JL.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

Suspension & Steering: STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING
Campaign Number: 99V248000
Dates Manufactured: 01/1998 to 07/1998
Number of Vehicles Affected: 51,900
Model Years Affected: 1998, 1999
Date Owner Notified: 10/1999

Defect Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TIE RODS OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ARE PROTECTED ON EACH SIDE BY A SEAL TO PREVENT MOISTURE AND DUST PARTICLES FROM ENTERING THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME TIE ROD SEALS MAY NOT SEAL PROPERLY.

Consequence Summary: IF MOISTURE AND/OR DUST PARTICLES ENTER THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM, THE SWIVEL BEARING COULD WEAR OVER TIME DIMINISHING THE STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TIE RODS.

Recall Notes: VW RECALL NO. UL/AUDI RECALL NO. KW. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 5, 1999. 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 VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987 OR AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Suspension & Steering: STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING
Campaign Number: 00V414000
Dates Manufactured: 08/1998 to 04/1999
Number of Vehicles Affected: 83,000
Model Years Affected: 1999
Date Owner Notified: 02/2001

Defect Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TIE RODS OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ARE PROTECTED ON EACH SIDE BY A SEAL TO PREVENT MOISTURE AND DUST PARTICLES FROM ENTERING THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME TIE ROD SEALS MAY NOT SEAL PROPERLY.

Consequence Summary: IF MOISTURE AND/OR DUST PARTICLES ENTER THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM, THE SWIVEL BEARING COULD WEAR OVER TIME DIMINISHING THE STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TIE RODS.

Recall Notes: OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 5, 2001.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 VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987 OR AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Audi A4 Technical Service Bulletins (Recent)

Body, Interior & Misc.: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE
Service Bulletin Number: 24 08 10
NHTSA Number: 10024698
Model Years Affected: 2005, 2006, 2007
Date of Bulletin: 05/2008

Bulletin Summary: MIL ON (DTC P0642, P2004, P2008, P3137, P3138 IN ECM).

Body, Interior & Misc.: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Service Bulletin Number: 40812
NHTSA Number: 10025161
Model Years Affected: 2005, 2006, 2007
Date of Bulletin: 07/2008

Bulletin Summary: MIL ON (DTC P310B AND/OR P129F) AND ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING DTCS ARE STORED IN THE ECM DATA MEMORY.

Body, Interior & Misc.: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Service Bulletin Number: 8012007
NHTSA Number: 10022627
Model Years Affected: 2002
Date of Bulletin: 09/2007

Bulletin Summary: SERVICE AIR PLENUM AREA TO IMPROVE DRAINAGE.

Body, Interior & Misc.: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Bulletin Number: 24 08 11
NHTSA Number: 10024697
Model Years Affected: 2005, 2006, 2007
Date of Bulletin: 05/2008

Bulletin Summary: MIL ON (DTC P310B, P129F, P2293, P0087).

Body, Interior & Misc.: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Service Bulletin Number: 15 08 01
NHTSA Number: 10024427
Model Years Affected: 2005, 2006, 2007
Date of Bulletin: 04/2008

Bulletin Summary: MIL ON (DTC P2293, P0087 IN ECM).

Electrical & Lights: DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL
Service Bulletin Number: 940711
NHTSA Number: 10022458
Model Years Affected: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Date of Bulletin: 08/2007

Bulletin Summary: HEADLIGHT RANGE CONTROL WARNING LIGHT ON. HEADLIGHTS ARE FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.

Electrical & Lights: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Service Bulletin Number: 718
NHTSA Number: 10023949
Model Years Affected: 2005, 2006, 2007
Date of Bulletin: 02/2008

Bulletin Summary: AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHT SWITCHES ON AND OFF WITHOUT REASON.

Electrical & Lights: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Service Bulletin Number: 910608
NHTSA Number: 10022991
Model Years Affected: 2005, 2006, 2007
Date of Bulletin: 10/2007

Bulletin Summary: TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT IS ON. NO SATELLITE RADIO FUNCTION WITH AUDI NAVIGATION PLUS.

Engine: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin Number: AWA-08-04
NHTSA Number: 10025081
Model Years Affected: 2001, 2002, 2003
Date of Bulletin: 07/2008

Bulletin Summary: ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR CERTAIN 2001-2004 MODEL YEAR AUDI VEHICLES.

Engine: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Service Bulletin Number: AWA-08-03
NHTSA Number: 10025301
Model Years Affected: 2001, 2002, 2003
Date of Bulletin: 07/2008

Bulletin Summary: ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR CERTAIN 2001-2004 AUDI MODEL YEAR VEHICLES. CSC WAS RECEIVED

Engine: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Service Bulletin Number: 28 08 02
NHTSA Number: 10024381
Model Years Affected: 2007
Date of Bulletin: 04/2008

Bulletin Summary: BRIEF ENGINE STUMBLE WHILE DRIVING AT MODERATE VEHICLE SPEED.

Engine: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Service Bulletin Number: 717
NHTSA Number: 10023891
Model Years Affected: 2005, 2006
Date of Bulletin: 02/2008

Bulletin Summary: COLD ENGINE RUNS ROUGH OR STUMBLES; WARM ENGINE MAY STALL WHEN ENGAGING GEAR AND VEHICLE IS STATIONARY. UPDATED 4/15/07.

Engine: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Service Bulletin Number: 28 08 04
NHTSA Number: 10024722
Model Years Affected: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Date of Bulletin: 05/2008

Bulletin Summary: MIL ON, ENGINE SPEED SENSOR SPACER NOT REQUIRED (DTC P0300, P0335, P0336, P0321, P0322).

Engine: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Service Bulletin Number: 17 08 03
NHTSA Number: 10024407
Model Years Affected: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
Date of Bulletin: 04/2008

Bulletin Summary: ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TOO LOW - ENGINE FLUSH. UPDATED 4/30/08.

Engine: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
Service Bulletin Number: 24 08 13
NHTSA Number: 10024723
Model Years Affected: 2005, 2006, 2007
Date of Bulletin: 05/2008

Bulletin Summary: RVU - ENGINE CONTROL MODULE UPDATE (CH).

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