Steering Rod Relay Connection Problems of Audi A4

On 11/10/2006, dealer recommends replace driver & passenger side tie-rods (boots torn). Dealer/manufacturer denied that the recall affected my car. Please help. Here are more details of the recall : auto recall date: 09/13/1999 vehicle component: steering:linkages:rod:relay:connecting estimated vehicles affected: 51900 1999 Audi A4 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. Defect consequence: 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. Remedy: dealers will replace the tie rods. Notes: Volkswagen of America,inc, ul/kw .

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: the contact stated while driving 60 mph, the front right wheel made a clunking noise. The vehicle also wandered from left to right, requiring the contact to maintain some exertion on the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to a private repair shop, who determined that the tie rod had failed. There was a NHTSA recall #99v248000, which pertained to the steering linkages. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.

I have been noticing rattle on front passenger sides wheel area. I took the car to mcgrath Audi in glenview IL for inspection, and had since recieved recall notice relating to tie rod problems. December 2004 dealer found no need for replacement. I then notified them about the recall, they said they were not aware of one ,and that they found no need to replace the tie rods and that I could do so at my expense when I insisted. I had to replace the tie rods (both sides) since this recall and am requesting manufactur reimbursement.

The vehicle experienced the same defect as stated in recall 010 v 414 000 , however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.

Prior to recall notification (99v-248) in regards to the steering system, the vehicle experienced failure from steering fluid contamination which caused loss of steering control and resulted in vehicle collision, injuries to consumers. (attorney for consumer).

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