The problem
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.8l, v6 5-valve engines, and automatic transmissions, while driving during extremely low ambient temperatures the throttle May freeze in an open position due to ice accumulating in the throttle body.
The risk
If this occurs, the vehicle May fail to reduce speed when the driver lifts his/her foot from the gas pedal. This loss of vehicle control could result in a crash without warning.
The fix
Audi will install a replacement throttle body kit free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2004. Owners May contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834. Owners of vehicles which are not registered in the cold-weather states of alaska, colorado, connecticut, delaware, idaho, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, montana, nebraska, nevada, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, oregon, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, vermont, washington, wisconsin, and wyoming, will be notified of a service action, under which they will be provided the free remedy upon request.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-495 (04V495000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | JB/JG |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Vehicle speed control |
| Report date | October 12, 2004 |
| Owners notified | October 29, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 28,300 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the speed control & acceleration
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-495 repair free?
Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Audi will install a replacement throttle body kit free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2004. Owners May contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 28,300 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.