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NHTSA recall 19V-114 (19V114000)

suspension recall reported February 20, 2019 - about 34 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number
19V114000
Also written as
19V-114
Manufacturer number
40O4/40O6
Reported
February 20, 2019
Vehicles affected
~34
Component
suspension

What is being recalled

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.

Why it is dangerous

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

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

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.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-114 when calling a dealer.

Affected 3 models

Audi Q7 - 2019
Audi Q8 - 2019
Audi S5 - 2019

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

Is YOUR car included? A campaign rarely covers every single vehicle of a model year. Check your exact car by its 17-character VIN with the free VIN decoder and recall check.

Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.