3.5
definitely annoying- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 36,784 miles
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ABS warning light on dash, accompanied with a flashing brake warning and three beeps. This occurred intermittently and with increasing frequency. Based on some invcestigationg, this appears to be a very common problem with the ABS controller modules on Volkswagen and Audi vehicles. When the module fails, it renders the ABS system inoperative and can lead to rear wheel lockup in emergency stopping manouvers or in slippery road conditions. I have removed the module and had it repaired. This service at an Audi dealer would cost in excess of $1000.
- Los Altos, CA, USA
ABS computer module failure. On the instrument panel, the ABS light came on whle the brake light was flashing and beeping. Took it ot the dealer and the ABS pump with controller was/is bad. The part with labor is $1600. After some research, this part goes bad alot and is a major safty issue. If you brake hard the rear wheels will lock up and the car could spin out of control.
- San Francisco, CA, USA
2000 Audi S4 ABS computer module is defective. Code 01203. The ABS and brake light flash and beep all of the time for no reason. This is a known issue with the ABS units. Aoa has not filled a safety recall for htis item yet. We need to have a safety recall for the ABS computer/module due to potential accidents when wheels lock up and car skids out of control. Numerous other complaints about ABS problems and accidents have been documented due to ABS failure. It is a simple fix but part costs $1K alone not including labor. Looked on forums, it seems to be a simple wiring fix inside of module (apparently there is a poor standard of craftsmanship in the soldering).
- Chandler, AZ, USA
ABS failure: Bosch 5.3 ABS module found in VW, Audi & Porsche fail within the first 60K miles. ABS modules typically last for well over 100K & generally for the life of a car. Audi charges ~$1300 to replace. 3rd party repair is ~$300. ABS becomes disabled & can create unexpected situations especially during inclimate weather. Replacement or repair of the module resolves the issue & ABS functions as expected.
- Bernardsville, NJ, USA
- Hollywood, FL, USA