1981 Audi 4000
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1981 Audi 4000. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 recalls name the 1981 Audi 4000. Newest first.
The fuel pump may stop functioning without warning. This can occur because an electrical connector in the fuse panel may overheat and interrupt the electrical circuit.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will inspect the fuse box and its connectors for corrosion, and correct where necessary. A bypass adapter to the fuel pump electrical circuit will be installed.
Rear bumper system on certain vehicles may not have been properly welded during assembly. In the event of a rear end collision, the right side bumper supportor could break loose, damage the fuel tank and allow fuel to leak.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
A reinforcement plate will be installed, if necessary, to prevent fuel tank damage. Work will be performed at no cost to owners.
On certain vehicles, porous spots may have developed on the interior surface of the threaded hole for the brake hose during the moulding process. These spots allow brake fluid to seep from the calipers during heavy brake applications.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Both front brake calipers will be inspected for brake fluid seepage and will be replaced, if necessary, without charge.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- 1979-86 audi 4000 sudden acceleration
1979-86 audi 4000 sudden acceleration
Every Audi 4000 model year
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