NHTSA recall 87V008000
Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift
Audi 5000
Reported Jan 3, 1987251,102 vehicles affectedVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INCBuilt Aug 1, 1977 – Jul 1, 1986
The defect
Sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.
The risk
Unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.
The remedy
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.