NHTSA Recall # | 132817 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 18V893000 |
MFG Compaign # | 40O2 |
Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Supplier | AUDI |
Brand | AUDI |
Model | A5 |
Model Year | 2018 |
Component | SUSPENSION:FRONT |
Date of notification | 23/01/19 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 11/09/18 |
End date of manufacturing | 18/09/18 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 17/12/18 |
Report created | 20/12/18 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 36 |
Defect summary | Volkswagen group of north america (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 audi a5 sportback vehicles. The front suspension fasteners may not have been sufficiently tightened during vehicle production, possibly resulting in a front wheel becoming loose. |
Consequence summary | A loose front wheel may increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the front suspension fasteners, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began january 23, 2019. Owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40o2. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |