AUDI 2017 AUDI Q7 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 AUDI Q7
Brand
AUDI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 AUDI Q7 vehicles due to steering:electric power assist system issues. With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured November 11, 2015, to November 23, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the electric power steering assist control unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 48M5.
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