NHTSA Recall 21V027000
Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Component: Steering. Reported 2021-01-27. An estimated 1 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling one 2019 Audi Q3 vehicle. Production deviation in the belt pully can prevent the circlip from properly engaging the steering rack.
Risk
The circlip can detach and catch on surrounding components, causing the steering system to lock and increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Audi will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall was completed February 28, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 48P7.
Manufacturer campaign number: 48P7
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.