The problem: ignition switch return spring there is a problem with my ignition switch. After staring the engine, the return spring does not fully return the key to the run position, causing a malfunction of the headlights and climate control. I have found a recall notice (the federal safety agency campaign id no. 97v115000) describing this exact problem for audi a4 vehicles which affects vehicles manufactured between 10/1995 and 8/1997 (my vehicle was built within this time period, on aug 13th, 1997). I reported this information to audi customer assurance and they refused to perform the recall because the recall notice does not specify "model year 1998". Please consider expanding the existing recall to cover 1998 vehicles. Comment: obviously, containment of the faulty ignition switch was not limited to 1997 vehicles (note- the problem was not called to their attention until oct 24, 2000. How can containment happen effectively long after the vehicles are delivered to customers?). Audi has not contained the faulty switch to the vehicles specified in the recall.
1998 Audi A4 electrical complaints
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Consumer states that the ignition switch on the vehicle has gone out, when the consumer tried to start the vehicle, it would not start up causing the starter switch to burn out. Consumer contacted the manufacturer and was informed there were no recalls on vehicle relating to ignition switch.
My car was made in march 1997, if it is not on recall, why it has an ignition switch # 4a0-905849 which is defective instead of #4b0-905849 wich requires a different switch housing . I can send you a picture of an original broken switch if you give me an email address.
Audi currently has recall for defective ignition switch/spring part on 96-97 model year a4's. Suspect early 98 models have same defective part. Problem is car accessories will not function such as lights, A/C, etc, and engine will sometimes "shuff off" while driving. I have been in contact with other early 98 owners who have experienced same problem and have had the iginition switch replaced.. Repair cost was over $300. Would like to have audi request recall of 98 models and provide refund to owners who have already paid for this repair and replacement.
Consumer states ignition switch housing is defective, the return spring force is insufficient for returning the ignition key to the running position after starting the engine, consumer states this causes electrical accessories such as the windshield wipers and headlights to become inoperative, dealership has replaced ignition switch.
Car stalled during highway driving, lost all power. Computer reports nothing wrong.
Car simply turned itself off at 65 MPH. Eventually restarted. Computer says no problem.
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When ignition turned on a steady loud clicking sound from engine compartment begins. Engine wll start but only after excessive cranking.
Car quit running. Would not restart.
Car quit running. Would not restart.
Car quit running. Would not restart. Brakes squeek and grind revealing excessive and premature wear.
Abs system failed on two occasions.
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