Recall 21V027000
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Report Date
20210127
Component
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Affected Vehicles
1 models
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
The circlip can detach and catch on surrounding components, causing the steering system to lock and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | AUDI | Q3 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.