Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V149000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V149000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2019 audi q8 and 2017-2019 audi q7 vehicles Includes 229 affected units, Possible Loss of Steering Control, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2019 audi q8 and 2017-2019 audi q7 vehicles

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V149000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2020-03-16T00:00:00
Subject: Possible loss of steering control
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 229

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 36A1
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 92.14

Metadata

SID: row-av2b_5q88-67vj
NHTSA ID: 20V149000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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