AUDI 2019 AUDI Q3 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2019 AUDI Q3
Brand
AUDI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2019
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2019 AUDI Q3 vehicles due to steering:critical fasteners issues. The circlip can detach and catch on surrounding components, causing the steering system to lock and increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling one 2019 Audi Q3 vehicle. Production deviation in the belt pully can prevent the circlip from properly engaging the steering rack.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
The circlip can detach and catch on surrounding components, causing the steering system to lock and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Audi will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall was completed February 28, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 48P7.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026