2000 Audi A4 Brake Pedal Bracket Investigation
NHTSA initiated Preliminary Evaluation PE02008 to investigate potential issues with the brake and clutch pedal bracket in certain 1998-2001 Audi A4 and A6 vehicles. This investigation focused on the durability and safety implications of the component.
Gilt auch für
- Audi A4
- 1998, 1999, 2001
- Audi A6
- 1998–2001
NHTSA's Findings So Far
NHTSA initiated Preliminary Evaluation (PE) PE02008 to investigate potential issues with the brake and clutch pedal bracket in certain Audi A4 and A6 vehicles. This 2000 Audi A4 investigation focused on reports concerning the durability and structural integrity of this critical component within the SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC system. The evaluation aimed to determine if a safety-related defect trend existed that warranted further action, such as an engineering analysis or a recall.
Scope of the Investigation
The investigation, identified as PE02008, covered Audi A4 and A6 models from model years 1998 through 2001. This included the 2000 Audi A4, as well as other specific vehicles. The focus was on the BRAKE AND CLUTCH PEDAL BRACKET, a component vital for the proper operation of both the braking and clutch systems. NHTSA's review encompassed various data points, including consumer complaints, manufacturer information, and technical analyses, to assess the scope and severity of any potential defect.
Status of the Investigation
Preliminary Evaluation PE02008 is officially closed. This status indicates that after reviewing all available information, NHTSA concluded its initial assessment. A closed PE typically means that the agency determined there was insufficient evidence to warrant an Engineering Analysis (EA) or a recall action at that time. The decision to close an investigation is based on a thorough review of the data and an assessment of the safety risk posed by the alleged defect.
What It Could Mean for Owners
For owners of affected 1998-2001 Audi A4 and A6 vehicles, including the 2000 Audi A4, the closure of PE02008 means that NHTSA did not identify a widespread safety defect requiring a recall related to the brake and clutch pedal bracket. However, owners experiencing issues with their brake or clutch pedal bracket should still have their vehicle inspected by a qualified technician. Any unusual play, noise, or malfunction in these components should be addressed promptly to ensure vehicle safety.
Source: NHTSA PE02008
What Audi A4 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 31 model years.
- 3,022
- Owner complaints
- 33
- Recalls
- 3,248
- Service bulletins
- 115
- Crashes reported
- 51
- Fires reported
- 80
- Injuries reported
The 2000 model year
96 complaints, the 14th most of 31 model years on file. Owners reported 5 crashes, 2 fires and 2 injuries for this year, which also has 5 recalls on file.
Complaints by model year
| 1998 | 258 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 190 | |
| 2000 | 96 | |
| 2002 | 181 | |
| 2003 | 210 | |
| 2004 | 189 | |
| 2005 | 219 | |
| 2006 | 298 | |
| 2007 | 219 | |
| 2008 | 191 |
Most-reported systems
- Air Bags — 577
- Electrical System — 474
- Exterior Lighting — 369
- Service Brakes — 360
- Hydraulic — 307
Latest recalls for the 2000 model year
- 21V470000 — Air Bags (Jun 2021)
- 20V056000 — Air Bags (Jan 2020)
- 14E007000 — Engine And Engine Cooling (Mar 2014)
Recent owner reports
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2000 Audi A4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V056000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
Read owner complaints →The lcd screen is pixelating. This is a problem with all audi 2000 a4s. The screen is not showing any warnings are problems
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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