3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Posted on: 1997-10-10
Description
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some air bag sensors do not comply with audi's durability standards over the lifetime of the vehicle.
Consequence
In the event the sensor should malfunction, the air bag restraint system can inadvertently deploy. Deployment of the air bag restraint system without warning could cause a driver to lose vehicle control.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the air bag sensor control module.
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.
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 - STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
Posted on: 1990-04-13
Description
Improperly manufactured steering lock bolts could break if driver applies excessive force to a locked steering wheel in an attempt to disengage the steering lock.
Consequence
Bolt breakage would cause steering wheel to remain locked even after the driver turns the ignition key and attempts to move the car; this total loss of steering control could result in an accident.
Corrective Action
Replace complete steering lock assembly, including a modified lock bolt.
Notes
System: steering lock bolts.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with air bags.