Audi 5000 1983
Model 5000 made in 1983 by Audi got 2 consumer complains there are 2 investigations as well as 5 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train, visibility. The car had one investigation (vehicle speed control). There were some recalls concerningpower train, service brakes, hydraulic and vehicle speed control.
Model 1983
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - FLOOR SHIFT | ||||||||||||||||
| 87V008000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 08/01/1977 to 07/01/1986 | V (Vehicle) | 251102 | 02/13/1987 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 01/03/1987 | 02/05/1987 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Install an automatic shift lock to prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved from park to reverse or drive unless brake pedal is applied at the same time. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: transmission linkage.vehicle description: passenger vehicles with automatic transmission. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 85V099000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 03/01/1983 to 05/01/1984 | V (Vehicle) | 105000 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 07/30/1985 | 08/09/1985 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Under adverse weather conditions, outer rubber layer of brake hoses may become brittle and develop cracks. consequence of defect: cracks could lead to loss of brake fluid resulting in an increase in stopping distance and possibly an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace brake hoses as necessary. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger cars. system: disc brake hose. | |||||||||||||||
| 96E006000 | EIS BRAKE PARTS | from 01/01/1987 to 12/01/1995 | E (Equipment) | 414 | 04/10/1996 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 03/04/1996 | 03/12/1996 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | These brake hose assemblies have inadequate crimps attaching the hose to the hose fittings and could cause the hose and fitting to separate. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the brake hose assembly separates, loss of braking power can occur increasing the potential for a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | These brake hose assemblies will be replaced. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes; hydraulic; lines; hoses.equipment description: aftermarket brake hose assemblies, model sp6957, for use on 1983 through 1986 audi 5000 vehicles.note: the vehicle owner should immediately return the vehicle to the service facility which performed the installation and the installer shold remove the brake hose assembly and replace it with assembly sp9037.eis will remedy the defect without charge to the owner for the replacement of the defective parts and will pay the installing facility for its purchase cost of there placement part (a copy of the purchase invoice will be needed) plus a labor charge. owners or installers can contact eis at 129 worthington ridge, berlin, connecticut 06037, attn. d. j. duprey, quality assurance manager, or call1-203-828-8290. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | ||||||||||||||||
| 83V095000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 08/01/1977 to 07/01/1983 | V (Vehicle) | 117000 | 09/28/1983 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 09/22/1983 | 10/13/1983 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain vehicles were assembled with an insufficient height differential between the accelerator and brake pedals. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Consequence of defect: the driver could inadvertantly depress both pedals at one time, lose control, and have an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will install a brake pedal plate which will raise the brake pedal to the proper height. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.system: service brakes; brake pedal.note: if unintended acceleration is experienced, the ignition should be turned off and the brake pedal firmly pressed. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - ACCELERATOR PEDAL | ||||||||||||||||
| 82V037000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 08/01/1977 to 04/01/1982 | V (Vehicle) | 92000 | 05/28/1982 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 04/21/1982 | 04/23/1982 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On the involved vehicles, an improperly placed mat interferes with the vibration absorber attached to the underside of the accelerator. the pedal may not fully return to the idle position. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Consequence of defect: this could result in unintentional accleration which could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will install, where necessary, a guide for the accelerator pedal and inspect the entire throttle system. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmission.system: fuel; accelerator pedal damper.note: on all affected vehicles the driver is advised not to remove the key fromthe ignition while car is in motion due to the steering lock hindering vehiclemaneuverability. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| C86001 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 08/05/1986 | 07/11/1989 | SUDDEN ACCELERATION | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| DP86006 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 03/19/1986 | 06/23/1986 | SUDDEN ACCELERATION | ||
| Sudden acceleration | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 01/01/1990 | 1 | ||
| Odometer failed. *dsh | |||
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||
| 01/01/1990 | 1 | ||
| Electrical windows failed. | |||