Audi Axle Assembly Recall 93V006000 (152K Vehicles)

The problem

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.

The 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.

The fix

Drain and replace the differential gear oil with oil having higher performance characteristics.

Contacts

System: power train.Vehicle description: passenger cars with automatic 3-speed transmissions.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Audi dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 93V006000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
1985 Audi 100	0	1	B
1986 Audi 100	0	1	B
1987 Audi 100	0	1	B
1988 Audi 100	0	1	B
1989 Audi 100	4	3	F
1990 Audi 100	5	4	F
1991 Audi 100	10	4	F
1985 Audi 200	0	1	C
1986 Audi 200	0	1	C
1987 Audi 200	0	1	C
1988 Audi 200	0	1	C
1989 Audi 200	5	3	F
1990 Audi 200	3	4	F
1991 Audi 200	10	4	F
1985 Audi 4000	1	2	D
1986 Audi 4000	4	3	F
1987 Audi 4000	3	1	C
1988 Audi 4000	0	1	B
1989 Audi 4000	0	1	B
1990 Audi 4000	0	1	B
1991 Audi 4000	0	1	B
1985 Audi 5000	17	8	F
1986 Audi 5000	15	9	F
1987 Audi 5000	12	4	F
1988 Audi 5000	1	3	C
1989 Audi 5000	0	2	B
1990 Audi 5000	0	1	A
1991 Audi 5000	0	1	A
1985 Audi 80	0	1	B
1986 Audi 80	0	1	B
1987 Audi 80	0	1	B
1988 Audi 80	4	1	D
1989 Audi 80	7	2	F
1990 Audi 80	10	3	F
1991 Audi 80	2	2	D
1985 Audi 90	0	1	B
1986 Audi 90	0	1	B
1987 Audi 90	0	1	B
1988 Audi 90	4	1	D
1989 Audi 90	0	2	C
1990 Audi 90	4	3	F
1991 Audi 90	3	2	D

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Complaints

Recalls

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Questions

Is the 93V006000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 93V006000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 93V006000 announced?

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported it to NHTSA on January 11, 1993. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Power train: axle assembly Audi recall