CarRecallWatchThe 1996 Audi Cabriolet has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (9 reports).
2Recalls
8Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1996 Audi Cabriolet recalls
Most common 1996 Audi Cabriolet problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
IGNITION SWITCH IS BAD. CAUSING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS: TURN SIGNAL FAILURE, A/C FAILURE, POWER WINDOWS FAILURE, HEADLIGHT FAILURE. THESE OCCUR WHEN CAR IS STARTED. *TR
DT: THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN. THE LATCH BROKE INSIDE THE DOOR. ALL THE OTHER MECHANISMS WORKED. THE PROBLEM OCCURRED ON APRIL OF 2005. THEY WERE UNABLE TO REPAIR THE LATCH WITHOUT CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. THE DEALERSHIP WAS STILL NOT GUARANTEEING THAT THEY COULD FIX THE PROBLEM. *AK
NHTSA RECALL 96V017000 CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH. THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL, BUT EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM AS MENTIONED IN THE RECALL REGARDING IGNITION SWITCH FAILURE. *AK
IGNITION SWITCH FAILED CAUSING THE STARTER TO "BURN" OUT.*AK
CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING ALL ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES WORK, BUT THE IGNITION DOES NOT START. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. *AK. A DEFECTIVE IGNITION SWITCH CAUSED THE STARTER TO REMAIN ENGAGED. *TS *JB
1996 Audi Cabriolet questions
Does the 1996 Audi Cabriolet have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1996 Audi Cabriolet: Air Bags:Frontal; Electrical System:Ignition:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Audi Cabriolet?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (9), Exterior Lighting (2), Visibility (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Audi Cabriolet has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
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