Recall 06V403000: Ignition Switch Replacement

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Audi/A4 1996-1997

MANUFACTURER: Volkswagen of America, Inc.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V403000 MFG'S REPORT DATE: October 20, 2006

COMPONENT: Electrical System: Ignition: Switch

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 28594

SUMMARY:
On certain passenger vehicles, as a result of a problem in the production process of the ignition switch, the anchor point of the spring may crack. This could potentially cause the return spring force to be insufficient for returning the ignition key to the running position after starting the engine.

CONSEQUENCE:
This condition causes electrical accessories such as windshield wipers and headlights to become inoperative increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
Dealers will install a new ignition switch with an optimized anchor point free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on November 27, 2006. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834. NOTE: This recall supersedes the remedy program under a previous recall (PLEASE SEE 00V317).

NOTES:
Audi recall No. JS. Customers may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.