Suspension: frontRecall 18V-893 · 2018 Audi A5
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 18V-893 covers 36 2018 Audi A5 for a suspension: front problem, reported to NHTSA on December 17, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q2) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V893000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Volkswagen Group of North America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A5 Sportback vehicles. The front suspension fasteners may not have been sufficiently tightened during vehicle production, possibly resulting in a front wheel becoming loose.
The risk
A loose front wheel may increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the front suspension fasteners, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 23, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40O2.
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.
How fast cars are being fixed
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.