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NHTSARecalled Jan 27, 2021 · #21V027000

Detached Circlip Can Cause Steering To Lockup

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Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling one 2019 Audi Q3 vehicle. Production deviation in the belt pully can prevent the circlip from properly engaging the steering rack. The circlip can detach and catch on surrounding components, causing the steering system to lock and increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Detached Circlip Can Cause Steering To Lockup
  • 2019 Audi Q3
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Audi will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall was completed February 28, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 48P7.

View the official CPSC notice