Automatic transmission: gear position indication (prndl)Recall 17V-297 · 2017 Audi Q5
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 17V-297 covers 5 2017 Audi Q5 for a automatic transmission: gear position indication (prndl) problem, reported to NHTSA on May 3, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2017 Q2) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V297000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
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. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37K6.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.