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Audi Q5 Recall 19V737: Rear Wheel Trim Can Detach and Become a Road Hazard

NHTSA campaign 19V737, reported October 16, 2019, 174,278 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The rear wheel arch trim on certain Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles may loosen and detach from the vehicle. The four clips that secure the forward part of this trim are the affected component.

If the trim comes off while driving, it can become a road hazard for other drivers, which increases the risk of a crash.

Audi will notify affected owners, and an authorized dealer will replace the four clips securing the forward part of the rear wheel arch trim at no cost to you. You can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 with questions, and you can check your VIN for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V737Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY
Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi SQ5 and 2018-2020 Audi Q5 vehicles. The rear wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach from the vehicle.
Risk
The detached trim may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four clips securing the forward part of the rear wheel arch trim, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 66K8.
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.

Affected vehicles

Audi Q5201820192020
Audi SQ520182019