NHTSA recall 19V-416 (19V416000)
wheels recall reported June 5, 2019 - about 126,161 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V416000
- Also written as
- 19V-416
- Manufacturer number
- 66K6/66K7
- Reported
- June 5, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~126,161
- Component
- wheels
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach.
Why it is dangerous
The detached trim may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the wheel arch trim with an additional screw and nut, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66K6.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-416 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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.