Recall 05V-096: 2003–2004 Audi A4, 2003–2004 Audi S4

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Mar 15, 2005, covering about 9,965 vehicles.

NHTSA number
05V-096
Report date
Mar 15, 2005
Vehicles affected
9,965
Owners notified
Apr 11, 2005

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles, there is a possibility of xenon headlamp coating degradation over time. The luminous transmittance of the headlamp may decrease over a period of time.

The risk

This condition could affect a driver's field of view, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the left and right xenon headlamp reflectors free of charge. The recall began on april 11, 2005. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.

Notes

Vw recall no. Jh. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
ComponentExterior Lighting › Headlights
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number05V096000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Audi A42003, 2004All years
Audi S42003, 2004All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 05V-096?

On certain passenger vehicles, there is a possibility of xenon headlamp coating degradation over time. The luminous transmittance of the headlamp may decrease over a period of time.

How is recall 05V-096 fixed?

Dealers will replace the left and right xenon headlamp reflectors free of charge. The recall began on april 11, 2005. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.