TRAILSTAR Q8 2019: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
| Make : TRAILSTAR | Model : Q8 | Year : 2019 |
| Build Dates : 2018-11-27 - 2018-12-14 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 19V114000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2019-03-18 | Date Received by ODI: 2019-02-20 | Date Added to Database: 2019-02-22 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 40O4/40O6 | ||
| Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 34 | ||
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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. |
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Consequence:
Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash. |
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Remedy:
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. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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