2000 Audi A8 quattro recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Audi A8 quattro; the most frequently affected component is power train — automatic transmission. Owners filed 8 complaints, most often about seats. Among the 7 model years of this model in the database, 2000 ranks #1 for number of recalls.

Recalls2

Complaints8

Fires reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Power train — Automatic transmissionCampaign 08V397000 · 14 Aug 2008

Problem: Volkswagen is recalling 13,900 my 1996-2003 audi a8 vehicles equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission. The locking cable may move out of position over time. With the locking cable out of position, the shifter can be moved out of the "park" position even if the ignition key is not in the ignition lock.

Risk: This could allow the vehicle to roll, causing a crash without warning.

Remedy: Dealers will modify the automatic transmission locking cable by installing an adjusting piece that will secure the locking cable in place. The recall began on september 12, 2008. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.

Fuel system, gasoline — Filler pipe and capCampaign 01V259000 · 15 Aug 2001

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a fuel and vapor leak detection system. A "blind cover" at the filler neck of the fuel tank may not seal properly allowing fuel vapor to escape.

Risk: Should this happen, the fuel tank pressure will be reduced, which will activate the leak detection system and alert the driver of a system's fault indicated by an instrument panel light.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel filler neck/expansion tank assembly. Owner notification began march 21, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact audi at 1-866-892-2834.

What owners complain about

Share of the 3 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Seats1 · 33%

Fuel system1 · 33%

Gasoline1 · 33%

Tires1 · 33%

When complaints were filed

20041

20081

20111

From owner complaints

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 audi a8. The contact stated that the passenger side seat heater caught fire while he was in the vehicle. He turned off the heat switch and the fire extinguished. Through the internet, he discovered more issues regarding the same failure. The vin was unknown. The failure and current mileages…
Seats · Nov 2008 · NHTSA complaint record

I'm having the same problem covered under recall 01v259000 for year 2000 audi a8s, but i'm told my car is "outside the build date" covered. I have a large fuel vapor leak at the fuel filler neck / expansion tank, which was the subject of the recall, but i called audi and they are denying coverage of my car. I cannot…
Fuel system · Oct 2011 · NHTSA complaint record

On 2 separate occasions, the front passenger side and the rear driver side tire went flat. This was caused by a beading problem being to close to the rims which didn't allow the tire to whole air. The tires were replaced, however the problem recurred. *ak *sc *jb
Tires · May 2004 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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