NHTSA Recall 00V317000: Switch (electrical system)
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27,900 vehicles. It affects 1996–1997 Audi A4.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V317000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION › SWITCH |
| Report received | October 11, 2000 |
| Owner notification | July 6, 2001 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The plastic ignition switch housing can fracture at the return spring anchor point. Fracture of the housing could cause the return spring force to be insufficient for returning the ignition key to the running position after starting the engine.
Safety risk
This condition causes electrical accessories such as windshield wipers and headlights to become inoperative.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ignition switch.
Notes
Owner notification began july 6, 2001. 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 1-800-822-2834. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V317000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.