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