NHTSA Campaign Id 20V149000; Date: Mar. 16, 2020
a sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
2017 Audi Q7; 2018 Audi Q7; 2019 Audi Q7; 2019 Audi Q8
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 229
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.
volkswagen will notify owners, and audi dealers will inspect and tighten the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin may 15, 2020. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 36a1.
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.
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