NHTSA Recall 16V648000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V648000; Date: Sep. 8, 2016
With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Audi Q7
Component: Steering:electric Power Assist System
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 8
Recall Summary:
Volkswagen group of America, inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi q7 vehicles manufactured November 11, 2015, to November 23, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the electric power steering assist control unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
How to Fix:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 48m5.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 1, 2016
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