2016 Audi Q3 | 2017 Audi Q3 — Forward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking
Published June 28, 2017 · Recall initiated: June 26, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V400000, published June 28, 2017 and initiated June 26, 2017. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2016 Audi Q3 | 2017 Audi Q3 — Forward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking.
What's the hazard
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Audi Q3 vehicles. If the parking brake is used during emergency braking, the brake lights on the vehicle will not activate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What to do
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 45G6.
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Recall details
- Brand
- AUDI
- Model
- Q3
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2016 AUDI Q3 | 2017 AUDI Q3
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Audi Q3 | 2017 Audi Q3 — Forward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V400000 on June 28, 2017. Reported hazard: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Audi Q3 vehicles. If the parking brake is used during emergency braking, the brake lights on the vehicle will not activate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What should I do if I have this product?
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 45G6.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUDI. Model: Q3.