Transport CanadaMedium Risk
1996 AUDI A4Transport Canada Recall #2000238
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, the plastic ignition switch housing may fracture at the return spring anchor point. Fracture of the housing could cause the return spring force to be insufficient for returning the ignition key to the running position after starting the engine. This condition causes electrical accessories such as windshield wipers and headlights to become inoperative.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Ignition switch will be replaced with a modified switch.
2,767 vehicles affectedMfr ref: LEUpdated June 10, 2026