NHTSA recall 04V133000
Electrical system
Audi A6 and 3 more
Reported Mar 18, 2004172,866 vehicles affectedVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INCBuilt Aug 14, 1997 – Feb 12, 2004
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles, if a driver's knees push against the knee bolster (crash element) located under the dashboard, it can contact the headlight switch wiring harness, and an electrical short could occur.
The risk
A fire could originate in the left dashboard area.
The remedy
Dealers will install a protective covering on the knee bolster (crash element). in addition, the wiring harness as well as the felt protector on the left side of the dashboard carrier will be checked, and replaced if necessary. The recall began on july 26, 2004. owners should contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.