NHTSA recall 16V648000
Steering · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall began November 2016.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2017 Audi Q7.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 16V648000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.