Vehicle recall 06V403000 · October 23, 2006
1996-1997 Audi A4
On certain passenger vehicles, as a result of a problem in the production process of the ignition switch, the anchor point of the spring may crack.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain passenger vehicles, as a result of a problem in the production process of the ignition switch, the anchor point of the spring may crack. This could potentially cause the return spring force to be insufficient for returning the ignition key to the running position after starting the engine.
- Consequence
- This condition causes electrical accessories such as windshield wipers and headlights to become inoperative increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new ignition switch with an optimized anchor point free of charge. The recall began on November 27, 2006. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834. Note: this recall supersedes the remedy program under a previous recall (please see 00V317).
- Notes
- Audi recall no. Js.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
- NHTSA campaign
- 06V403000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 23, 2006
- Filed by
- VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
- Manufacturer campaign
- JS
- Owner notification
- November 27, 2006
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 28,594
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
Vehicles covered
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