1996-2003 Audi A8 recall: automatic transmission
Volkswagen Of America, Inc reported this safety recall on August 14, 2008. It covers about 13,900 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 13,900
- reported
- Aug 14, 2008
- owners notified
- Sep 12, 2008
- related complaints
- 9
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- This could allow the vehicle to roll, causing a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- 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 number 08V397000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 9 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 08V397000
Is there a recall on the 1996-2003 Audi A8 automatic transmission?
Yes. Recall 08V397000, reported on August 14, 2008, covers about 13,900 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V397000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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