Recall 20V149000

STEERING

Report Date

20200316

Component

STEERING

Affected Vehicles

4 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2017	AUDI	Q7
2018	AUDI	Q7
2019	AUDI	Q7
2019	AUDI	Q8

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.