Recall
Audi Q7 — 16V648000
NHTSA ID
16V648000
Make
Audi
Model
Q7
Years Affected
2017
Recall Date
2016-09-08
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Units Affected
8
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
48M5
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured November 11, 2015, to November 23, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the electric power steering assist control unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Consequence
With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 48M5.