9 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 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1993-01-29
Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
Drain and replace the differential gear oil with oil having higher performance characteristics.
Notes
System: power train.vehicle description: passenger cars with automatic 3-speed transmissions.
DEFECT #3 - 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 #4 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1986-09-02
Description
Rear or front right seat belt locks may not properly engage. Consequence of defect: seat belts could separate in event of heavy brake application or impact and thus subject passengers to injury.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Replace seat belts, as necessary.
Notes
System: seat belt.vehicle description: passenger cars.
DEFECT #5 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Posted on: 1986-08-06
Description
Misadjustment of fuel distributor allows fuel to escape and be absorbed by the air filter. Consequence of defect: with the fuel absorbed by the air filter and an engine backfire on restart, this fuel could ignite and result in an engine compartment fire.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Installation of an air filter modification kit to preclude fuel leaks.
Notes
System: fuel/engine compartment.vehicle description: passenger cars.
DEFECT #6 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Posted on: 1987-02-05
Description
The idle stabilizer may experience excessive wear, causing engine idle fluctuations, usually described as engine surge, which increase with usage of the car.
Consequence
Engine surge could ultimately see-saw to the extend thatloss of vehicle control could be experienced if the brakes were not applied intime. There is a risk of a collision and injury in a confined space.
Corrective Action
Replace idle stabilization valve.
Notes
System: throttle/idle stabilizer.vehicle description: passenger vehicles with automatic transmission.
DEFECT #7 - 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 #8 - 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 #9 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Posted on: 1987-10-13
Description
Certain rear brake calipers could bind and consequently overheat.
Consequence
Overheated calipers could cause brake pedal to feelspongy and could result in one brake circuit becoming inoperative. Brakingability would be affected.
Corrective Action
Requires inspection of brake calipers and replacement of calipers as necessary.
Notes
System: rear brake caliper.vehicle description: passenger cars