CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The brake master cylinder casting may be too short.
- Risk
- A short casting can cause a sudden loss of brakes, increasing the risk of crash. The electronic parking brake and its emergency brake function are not affected and will still function.
- Remedy
- Audi has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the brake master cylinder, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 3, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 47O9.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The brake master cylinder casting in these vehicles may be too short. A short casting can cause a sudden loss of braking, which increases the risk of a crash. The electronic parking brake and its emergency brake function are not affected and will still work.
Audi has notified owners of this recall. Dealers will inspect the brake master cylinder and replace it if necessary, and the repair is free of charge. The recall began May 3, 2019. You can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 with questions.
Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected, and schedule the free repair at an authorized Audi dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi Q5 | 20182019 |
|---|---|
| Audi SQ5 | 20182019 |