1996 a4 headlamps and windshield wipers failed to operate. ***nar*** *ts recall 06v403 regarding the ignition switch seems to be the cause of the headlamp and wiper failures. The 1996 a4 has been recall but not the a6.
1996 Audi A6: headlights failing or too dim
9 of the 51 complaints about the 1996 Audi A6 describe headlights failing or too dim.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 18%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 7 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Headlights failing or too dim by model year
What owners say
Dt*: the contact stated intermittently the turn signal, headlight, and windshield wiper fail to operate. When vehicle was maneuvered off the road and restarted, the components were functional again. A the federal safety agency recall, #96v017000 was performed on the vehicle years ago concerning, the ignition switch however; the problem has recurred. The dealer has not inspected the vehicle.
Ignition switch is causing the headlights/interior lights/heat, and windshield wipers to become inoperative. This only occurs when the key is inserted into the ignition. Dealer will repair at consumer's expense.
While driving headlights came on and off on their own. Then, vehicle stalled. Consumer restarted vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic stated that this problem had been determined, but this vehicle was not covered under recall 96v017000 for ignition switch. Consumer informed mechanic that this problem happened more than once, and had not been resolved.
Consumer had experienced unsafe driving conditions due to improperly manufactured ignition switch. (nar) *lab lights, head lamps, heater & AC functions, wipers and turn signals would fail unpredictably.
After driving and when vehicle was turned off key stuck in the ignition. When this happened, the signal lights/ head lights and air conditioner didn't work.
Mfr# kb & the federal safety agency# 96 v 017 000/ignition switch: consumer states that the malfunction of various electrical accessories, such as the head light, and the interior lights would occur when the car is started. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information. Nlm
Some electrical functions such as: headlights, turn signals, windshield wipers, and climate control, do not function after the vehicle is started.
Visability is very poor at night due to misalignment of the headlights.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the...
- Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front...
- Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front...
- Exterior lights, moisture accumulation
- Audio: exterior lights, moisture accumulation
- Headlight aiming, using hella universal beamsetter
- Exterior lights, mositure accumulation.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1996 Audi A6 headlights
Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 1996 Audi A6?
9 of 51 owner complaints about the 1996 Audi A6 (18%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 1996.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Audi A6?
There are 0 recalls and 7 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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