CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.
- Risk
- A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.
- 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
A bolt that connects the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen over time. If it does, the driver could suddenly lose steering control, which increases the risk of a crash.
Audi will notify affected owners. Authorized Audi dealers will inspect the steering shaft bolt and replace it if necessary, at no cost to the owner. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners with questions can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 and reference recall number 36A1.
You can check whether your vehicle is affected by entering your VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup site or by contacting an Audi dealer, and schedule the free inspection as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi Q7 | 201720182019 |
|---|---|
| Audi Q8 | 2019 |