With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

Steering — Electric Power Assist System

Date Announced

SEP 08, 2016

Vehicles Affected

8

Audi Recall #

48M5

NHTSA Campaign #

16V648000

Summary

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.

Actions

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.

Documents (11)

• Recall 573 Report - Amendment 1
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2017-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2017-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2017-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #5, 2017-4