Recall 99V248000: 1998–1999 Audi A8 and 3 other models

Report received

Sep 13, 1999

Manufacturer

Volkswagen of america,inc

Potentially affected

51,900vehicles

Model years

1998–1999

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

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The tie rods of the steering assembly are protected on each side by a seal to prevent moisture and dust particles from entering the swivel bearing mechanism. It is possible that some tie rod seals may not seal properly.

Possible consequence

If moisture and/or dust particles enter the swivel bearing mechanism, the swivel bearing could wear over time diminishing the steering control of the vehicle.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the tie rods.

Affected model years

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

• 1998 Audi A4258 complaints
• 1999 Audi A4190 complaints
• 1998 Audi A6130 complaints
• 1999 Audi A6217 complaints
• 1998 Audi A84 complaints
• 1999 Audi A89 complaints
• 1998 Volkswagen Passat331 complaints
• 1999 Volkswagen Passat664 complaints