The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Moisture could enter the rear track control arm's mounting bushing and bolt combination and cause corrosion.
The risk
Corrosion could impede the free movement of the control arm.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-325 (01V325000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Suspension › Rear |
| Report date | October 10, 2001 |
| Owners notified | April 12, 2002 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,700 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the suspension
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-325 repair free?
Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,700 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.