6 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1996-03-12
Description
These brake hose assemblies have inadequate crimps attaching the hose to the hose fittings and could cause the hose and fitting to separate.
Consequence
If the brake hose assembly separates, loss of braking power can occur increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action
These brake hose assemblies will be replaced.
Notes
System: brakes; hydraulic; lines; hoses.equipment description: aftermarket brake hose assemblies, model sp6957, for use on 1983 through 1986 audi 5000 vehicles.note: the vehicle owner should immediately return the vehicle to the service facility which performed the installation and the installer shold remove the brake hose assembly and replace it with assembly sp9037.eis will remedy the defect without charge to the owner for the replacement of the defective parts and will pay the installing facility for its purchase cost of there placement part (a copy of the purchase invoice will be needed) plus a labor charge. Owners or installers can contact eis at 129 worthington ridge, berlin, connecticut 06037, attn. D. J. Duprey, quality assurance manager, or call1-203-828-8290. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Posted on: 1989-01-23
Description
Fuel injection seals may harden, due to high temperature and alcohol in some fuels, and allow fuel to escape into the engine compartment.
Consequence
Fuel dripping onto hot engine components could cause anengine compartment fire.
Corrective Action
Replace engines fuel injector seals with improved seals plus improvements designed to better insulate the engine against fire risk.
Notes
System: fuelvehicle description: passenger cars with turbo.
DEFECT #3 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Posted on: 1987-02-05
Description
Sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.
Consequence
Unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.
Corrective Action
Install an automatic shift lock to prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved from park to reverse or drive unless brake pedal is applied at the same time.
Notes
System: transmission linkage.vehicle description: passenger vehicles with automatic transmission.
DEFECT #4 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Posted on: 1987-11-09
Description
Malfunctions of internal components of idle control unit could cause idle stabilizer valve to become activated outside its normal operating range.
Consequence
Idle rpm may become erratic and, in someinstances,increase.
Corrective Action
Install latest specification idle control unit.
Notes
System: idle control unitvehicle description: 1984 5000s, 1984 and 1985 turbo passenger cars equippedwith automatic transmission.
DEFECT #5 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1987-10-13
Description
Repeated topping off of fuel tank during refueling reduces the expansion space within the tank allowing vapors to escape from the charcoal filter to outside rather than being inducted into the engine.
Consequence
Escaping vapors could ignite by heat emitted by theexhaust system.
Corrective Action
Install redesigned filler neck and a new vent valve and hose for charcoal filter. Also, stop refueling when pump nozzle shuts off.
Notes
System: fuel tankvehicle description: turbo and turbo quattro passenger cars.
DEFECT #6 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1985-08-09
Description
Under adverse weather conditions, outer rubber layer of brake hoses may become brittle and develop cracks. Consequence of defect: cracks could lead to loss of brake fluid resulting in an increase in stopping distance and possibly an accident.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Replace brake hoses as necessary.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger cars. System: disc brake hose.