Recall 87V008000: 1978–1986 Audi 5000

Report received

Jan 3, 1987

Manufacturer

Volkswagen of america,inc

Potentially affected

251,102vehicles

Model years

1978–1986

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

Sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.

Possible consequence

Unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.

Remedy

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.

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
• 1984 Audi 50004 complaints
• 1985 Audi 500014 complaints
• 1986 Audi 500015 complaints