2017 Audi Q7 — Steering: electric power assist system
Published September 8, 2016 · Recall initiated: September 8, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V648000, published September 8, 2016. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2017 Audi Q7 — Steering: electric power assist system.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- AUDI
- Model
- Q7
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2017 AUDI Q7
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Audi Q7 — Steering: electric power assist system recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V648000 on September 8, 2016. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUDI. Model: Q7.