NHTSA recall 16V-648 (16V648000)
steering recall reported September 8, 2016 - about 8 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V648000
- Also written as
- 16V-648
- Manufacturer number
- 48M5
- Reported
- September 8, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~8
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-648 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.