Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #08V397000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V397000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 13,900 affected units, TRANSMISSION LOCKING CABLE, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect 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.

Corrective Action

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V397000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2008-08-14T00:00:00
Subject: Transmission locking cable
Component: Power Train
Potentially Affected Units: 13,900

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 37D5/J2
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect 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.
Consequence Summary: This could allow the vehicle to roll, causing a crash without warning.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-nnmv~hn7r~hr37
NHTSA ID: 08V397000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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