Recall 82V037000: 1978–1983 Audi 5000

Report received

Apr 21, 1982

Manufacturer

Volkswagen of america,inc

Potentially affected

92,000vehicles

Model years

1978–1983

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 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.

Possible consequence

Consequence of defect: this could result in unintentional accleration which could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Remedy

Dealer will install, where necessary, a guide for the accelerator pedal and inspect the entire throttle system.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1978 Audi 50000 complaints
• 1979 Audi 50000 complaints
• 1980 Audi 50001 complaints
• 1981 Audi 50001 complaints
• 1982 Audi 50002 complaints
• 1983 Audi 50001 complaints