The problem
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.7l engines fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." the calculated "vehicle normal load" exceeds the allowable weight of the axle load with tire dimension 225/45r 17 91y by 19kg.
The fix
Dealers will replace all five tires. Owner notification began on September 19, 2003. 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 | 03V-143 (03V143000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | LV |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Tires |
| Report date | April 7, 2003 |
| Owners notified | September 19, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,360 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the wheels & tires
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-143 repair free?
Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace all five tires. Owner notification began on September 19, 2003. 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 1,360 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.