Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
AUDI
Model Of Vehicle
A8
Year
1999
Recall Campaign Number
99V248000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Rod:Relay:ConneCTIng
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Tie Rods.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volkswagen Of America,Inc
Start Of Manufacture
19980102
End Of Manufacture
19980731
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
51900
Date Owners Notified
19991005
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
19990913
Make Campaign Number
UL/KW