NHTSA Recall 08V397000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V397000; Date: Aug. 14, 2008
This could allow the vehicle to roll, causing a crash without warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Audi A8; 1997 Audi A8; 1998 Audi A8; 1999 Audi A8; 2000 Audi A8; 2001 Audi A8; 2002 Audi A8; 2003 Audi A8
Component: Power Train:automatic Transmission
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America, Inc
Affected Units:: 13,900
Recall Summary:
Volkswagen is recalling 13,900 my 1996-2003 Audi a8 vehicles equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission. The locking cable may move out of position over time. With the locking cable out of position, the shifter can be moved out of the "park" position even if the ignition key is not in the ignition lock.
How to Fix:
Dealers will modify the automatic transmission locking cable by installing an adjusting piece that will secure the locking cable in place. The recall began on September 12, 2008. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Recall Notes:
Volkswagen/Audi recall no. 37d5/j2. 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 12, 2008
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