NHTSA Recall 93V006000: Axle assembly (power train)
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 152,000 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Audi 100.
| NHTSA campaign | 93V006000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | January 11, 1993 |
| Owner notification | January 29, 1993 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The differential oil of the transaxle is lost over time due to evaporation. Low oil levels cause premature bearing and gear wear and eventual failure of the differential.
Safety risk
In the event of failure, the vehicle's drive wheels couldlose power. In extreme circumstances, the front wheels lock, causing rapiddeceleration resulting in possible loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy
Drain and replace the differential gear oil with oil having higher performance characteristics.
Notes
System: power train.vehicle description: passenger cars with automatic 3-speed transmissions.
Vehicles covered by recall 93V006000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Audi 100 | 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 |
| Audi 200 | 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 |
| Audi 4000 | 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 |
| Audi 5000 | 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 |
| Audi 80 | 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 |
| Audi 90 | 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 |
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.