Safety Recall NHTSA · 17V675000 Reported October 25, 2017

Aluminum trim for speakers can come loose

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · Structure · 31,323 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17V675000
Manufacturer Campaign
70G6
Component
Structure
Vehicles Affected
31,323
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 25, 2017
Completion Rate
92.45

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 audi a4 sedan and a4 allroad, and 2018 a5 sportback vehicles. the aluminum trim on the front and rear doors can come loose from around the door speakers, leaving sharp edges exposed.

Safety Consequence

The sharp edges of the speaker trim increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

Corrective Action

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the speaker cover aluminum trim, free of charge. the recall began march 13, 2018. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 70g6.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 17V675000 or campaign 70G6.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17V675000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 17V675000?

NHTSA recall 17V675000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on October 25, 2017. It addresses: Aluminum trim for speakers can come loose. The recall affects approximately 31,323 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V675000 or the manufacturer campaign number 70G6. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.