Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.

Suspension — Front — Shock Absorber

Date Announced

FEB 20, 2019

Vehicles Affected

34

Audi Recall #

40O4/40O6

NHTSA Campaign #

19V114000

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.

Actions

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.

Documents (13)

• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall 573 Report-Amendment 1
• Recall 573 Report-Amendment 2
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - March 05, 2019 Repair Available – Safety Recall 40O4 / Shock Absorber (Suspension) Fork
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Acknowledgement
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - PRI
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-2
• Recall 573 Report-Amendment 3
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2019-4