Suspension:front:shock Absorber

NHTSA recall 19V114000 · announced February 20, 2019 · filed by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · 34 units affected

The problem

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Q7, Q8, S5 Cabriolet, and S5 Sportback vehicles. The front shock absorber forks may develop cracks allowing the shock absorbers to loosen.

The risk

Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.

What to do

Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 40O4.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2019 Audi Q7
• 2019 Audi Q8
• 2019 Audi S5
• 2019 Audi S5 Cabriolet

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.