NHTSA recall 17V297000
Power Train · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
May 3, 2017report date
5units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Audi q5 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing defect within the gearbox, despite selecting the park position, the vehicle may still unexpectedly roll.
Why it matters: Despite selecting 'park', if the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the geabox in the affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2017.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2017 Audi Q5.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 17V297000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.