1983 AUDI 5000 Recalls (5)

Campaign:
82V037000 on 04/22/1982
Component:
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Manufactured:
07/31/1977 - 03/31/1982
Affected:
92,000
Defect:
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:
Consequence of defect: this could result in unintentional accleration which could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Correction:
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.

Campaign:
83V095000 on 10/12/1983
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Manufactured:
07/31/1977 - 06/30/1983
Affected:
117,000
Defect:
Certain vehicles were assembled with an insufficient height differential between the accelerator and brake pedals.
Consequence:
Consequence of defect: the driver could inadvertently depress both pedals at one time, lose control, and have an accident.
Correction:
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.

Campaign:
85V099000 on 08/08/1985
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
02/28/1983 - 04/30/1984
Affected:
105,000
Defect:
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.
Correction:
Replace brake hoses as necessary.
Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger cars. system: disc brake hose.

Campaign:
87V008000 on 02/04/1987
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
Manufactured:
07/31/1977 - 06/30/1986
Affected:
251,102
Defect:
Sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.
Consequence:
Unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.
Correction:
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.

Campaign:
96E006000 on 03/11/1996
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
12/31/1986 - 11/30/1995
Affected:
414
Defect:
These brake hose assemblies have inadequate crimps attaching the hose to the hose fittings and could cause the hose and fitting to separate.
Consequence:
If the brake hose assembly separates, loss of braking power can occur increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Correction:
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.

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