Serious problem - any ideas, cost estimates, reasons?
11-02-2004, 09:04 AM
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Serious problem - any ideas, cost estimates, reasons?
<center><img src="http://www.fredley.com/carprob/images/overview.jpg"></center><p>Less than 5 years into the life of the car, this really shouldn't happen. I was parked, put it in reverse, heard a noise, checked my wheel and saw this. I have NO idea why or how this happened... it looks like part of the suspension broke right off.
Anyone have any ideas how or why this might happen? Anyone know the ramifications of this sort of injury? Anyone know a good mechanic in the DC metro area?<ul><li><a href="http://www.fredley.com/carprob/">Detailed pictures and descriptions of the issue</a></li></ul>
Anyone have any ideas how or why this might happen? Anyone know the ramifications of this sort of injury? Anyone know a good mechanic in the DC metro area?<ul><li><a href="http://www.fredley.com/carprob/">Detailed pictures and descriptions of the issue</a></li></ul>
11-02-2004, 09:06 AM
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This was a recall issue for certain cars...>
Did you get a notice? Your dealer should be well aware of it and install the upgraded control arms. Corrosion caused some to weaken and snap. There should be a recall bulletin on this. A few on here have had this happen. Glad it didn't break when you were moving! The fluid is from the differential as the spline was probably pulled out of it's seal.
11-02-2004, 09:11 AM
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Re: This was a recall issue for certain cars...>
How would I have heard about this recall, and should this have been checked by the dealer when I was in getting maintenance 4000 miles ago? I recieved no notice in the mail, but used to get the magazine at home from audi, so I know they have my address.
This is a 2000 180Q, though you can probably tell by looking at it (no spoiler, single exhaust, quattro badge)
This is a 2000 180Q, though you can probably tell by looking at it (no spoiler, single exhaust, quattro badge)
11-02-2004, 09:13 AM
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Depends on if...>
You were the original owner, and the car fell into the recall range. No to either would mean you would not be notified. Make sure your dealer Knows YOU KNOW about this issue..
11-02-2004, 09:18 AM
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Here's some ammunition...>>
Make: AUDI
Model: TT QUATTRO
Type: ANY
Year: 2000
Recall Number: 01V325000
Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. MOISTURE COULD ENTER THE REAR TRACK CONTROL ARM'S MOUNTING BUSHING AND BOLT COMBINATION AND CAUSE CORROSION.
Consequence:
CORROSION COULD IMPEDE THE FREE MOVEMENT OF THE CONTROL ARM.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRACK CONTROL ARMS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 12, 2002. 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.
Notes:
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).<ul><li><a href="http://www.nhtsa.com">http://www.nhtsa.com</a</li></ul>
Model: TT QUATTRO
Type: ANY
Year: 2000
Recall Number: 01V325000
Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. MOISTURE COULD ENTER THE REAR TRACK CONTROL ARM'S MOUNTING BUSHING AND BOLT COMBINATION AND CAUSE CORROSION.
Consequence:
CORROSION COULD IMPEDE THE FREE MOVEMENT OF THE CONTROL ARM.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRACK CONTROL ARMS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 12, 2002. 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.
Notes:
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).<ul><li><a href="http://www.nhtsa.com">http://www.nhtsa.com</a</li></ul>
11-02-2004, 09:23 AM
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Thanks again...>>
I just found this URL... apparently there are 3 recalls on this car. NONE of these issues have been taken care of, nor was I aware of the recalls.<ul><li><a href="http://www.autoweb.lycos.com/content/own/service/index.cfm/action/RecallsView/seriesid/16684">http://www.autoweb.lycos.com/content/own/service/index.cfm/action/RecallsView/seriesid/16684</a</li></ul>
