NHTSA recall 20V-149 (20V149000)
steering recall reported March 16, 2020 - about 229 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V149000
- Also written as
- 20V-149
- Manufacturer number
- 36A1
- Reported
- March 16, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~229
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.
Why it is dangerous
A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-149 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.