Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Manufacturer
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
What Happened
The xenon headlamps in your vehicle are the bulbs that help you see the road ahead. Over time, the special coating on these bulbs can wear down, reducing the light they shine.
Risk if Unfixed
If this coating degrades, it could reduce the light from your headlamps, making it harder for you to see the road at night. This could increase your risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the headlamp reflectors on both sides of your vehicle with new, improved ones, completely free of charge. You should schedule this repair as soon as possible.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS CONDITION COULD AFFECT A DRIVER'S FIELD OF VIEW, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
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.
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