Front: shock absorberRecall 19V-114 · Audi vehicles
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 19V-114 covers 34 Audi vehicles for a front: shock absorber problem, reported to NHTSA on February 20, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q2) shows 91% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V114000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
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.
The fix
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.
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
91%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.