Audi 5000 (1978) – 87V008000

Defect Description For Recall

Sudden Acceleration From A Stationary Position May Occur, When Shifting From Park To Reverse Or Drive.

Make Of Vehicle

AUDI

Model Of Vehicle

5000

Year

1978

Recall Campaign Number

87V008000

Component Description

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Effect Of Defect

Unexpected Sudden Acceleration Without Prior Warningcould Result In A Vehicle Crash, Causing Injuries.

Fix Defect

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.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Volkswagen Of America,Inc

Start Of Manufacture

19770801

End Of Manufacture

19860701

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

251102

Date Owners Notified

19870213

Initiated By

Odi

Responsible Manufacturer

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Date Report Received

19870103

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard