CarRecallWatch- Component
- WHEELS:HUB
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach.
- Risk
- The detached trim may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the wheel arch trim with an additional screw and nut, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66K6.
- 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 wheel arch cover trim on certain 2018-2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles may loosen and come off while driving.
A detached trim piece can become a road hazard, which increases the risk of a crash. Volkswagen will notify affected owners directly.
The repair is free. An authorized Audi dealer will secure the wheel arch trim with an additional screw and nut. You can also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834 (recall number 66K6), and check your vehicle's VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi Q5 | 20182019 |
|---|---|
| Audi SQ5 | 20182019 |