Issue ID | 842358 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10380151 |
Manufacurer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
Brand | AUDI |
Model | A4 |
Model Year | 2004 |
File date | 09/08/09 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Audi dealer replaced front brake pads, under maintenance schedule. Within 90 days wet weather braking in the front is nill! One has to put the left foot on the pedal keeping the pads warmed up so when braking is needed, brake force is available. Some dealers have acknowledged audi sold pads that got wet easily and retained moisture, causing severe braking loss. Audi america refuses to acknowledge problem and owners have had to have the pads replaced at their own cost! What is it going to take.. A brake related death and a lawsuit? |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 48500 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | SHREVEPORT, LA |
VIN pattern | WAULT68E44AXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 13/01/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 35 |
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