Recall 05V096000: 2003–2004 Audi S4 and 1 other model
- Report received
- Mar 15, 2005
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen of america, inc
- Potentially affected
- 9,965vehicles
- Model years
- 2003–2004
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
On certain passenger vehicles, there is a possibility of xenon headlamp coating degradation over time. The luminous transmittance of the headlamp may decrease over a period of time.
Possible consequence
This condition could affect a driver's field of view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left and right xenon headlamp reflectors free of charge. The recall began on april 11, 2005. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2003 Audi A4210 complaints
- 2004 Audi A4189 complaints
- 2003 Audi S41 complaints
- 2004 Audi S429 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.