Component Description
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Begin Date Of Manufacturing
20190319
End Date Of Manufacturing
20190319
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report
0
Potential Number Of Units Affected
34
Date Owner Notified By MFR
20190318
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI)
MFR
Mfg
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Report Received Date
20190220
Record Creation Date
20190222
Defect Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Q7, Q8, S5 Cabriolet, and S5 Sportback vehicles. The front shock absorber forks may develop cracks allowing the shock absorbers to loosen.
Consequence Summary
Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Summary
Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 40O4.
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.
