| Issue ID | 1396202 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11011818 |
| Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Brand | AUDI |
| Model | SQ5 |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 29/07/17 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Power steering disabled while driving. Warning on dash indicated that power steering is defective. Loss of electronic steering assist was immediate and steering became extremely difficult, if not impossible. Vehicle was moved to shoulder without incident. Dealer indicated software update was installed to correct the problem. No other details provided. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 19754 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | GREENFIELD, MA |
| VIN pattern | WA1CGAFP1FAXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 35 |
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