The problem
Passenger vehicles. In sharp high speed turns or abrupt lane change maneuvers at speeds substantially above posted speed limits, and depending upon road conditions, precise steering response May be demanded to retain directional stability.
The risk
In the event control is lost, a crash May occur resulting in injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front stabilizers in front drive Audi tt's and the front and rear stabilizers in Audi tt's equipped with quattro drive. A modified control arm will be installed in front together with firmer shock absorbers in front and rear. In addition Audi will install a rear spoiler.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-300 (99V300000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | KX/ZX |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm |
| Report date | November 10, 1999 |
| Owners notified | May 8, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 6,200 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the suspension
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-300 repair free?
Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the front stabilizers in front drive Audi tt's and the front and rear stabilizers in Audi tt's equipped with quattro drive. A modified control arm will be installed in front together with firmer shock absorbers in front and rear.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 6,200 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.