AUDI Q7 2017: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V648000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| AUDI | Q7 | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-11-01 | 2016-09-08 | 2016-09-08 |
Production Dates: 2015-11-11 - 2015-11-23
Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 48M5
Component: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 8
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
