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Volkswagen and Audi expand global steering recalls

Overview

Volkswagen and Audi have expanded their global steering recalls, which now affect approximately 2.86 million vehicles due to a potential steering failure. The defect involves a fastening screw in the steering gear that may corrode and break, potentially leading to a complete loss of steering control.

The scope of the recall includes Volkswagen models such as the Golf, Golf Variant, Tiguan, Touran, and Caddy produced between September 24, 2013, and July 1, 2024. Audi models affected are primarily the Q3, with production dates ranging from October 31, 2017, to May 23, 2024. Recent reports suggest the scope may also include certain Škoda vehicles and Seat models, specifically the Ateca and Tarraco, with some estimates suggesting the total number of affected vehicles could reach up to four million globally.

In Germany alone, nearly one million vehicles are subject to the recall, with the German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) monitoring the situation. The corrosion of the critical screw may be exacerbated by environmental factors, such as prolonged exposure to road salt. To resolve the issue, authorized workshops will replace the faulty components with more corrosion-resistant versions free of charge. The repair is expected to take approximately one hour. Volkswagen has stated that the recall is a “precautionary measure” and, as of the latest reports, no accidents, injuries, deaths, or property damage have been linked to these steering defects. Affected owners are advised they can continue to drive their vehicles until they receive an appointment at an authorized service center.

Entities

Audi · Volkswagen · Volkswagen Group · France · Volkswagen Tiguan

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Timeline

  1. 1 day ago

    [BUSINESS] 135 sources
    Volkswagen and Audi recall millions of vehicles over steering defect

    Volkswagen Group is recalling approximately 2.86 million vehicles, including Audi, Skoda, and Seat models, due to a steering screw corrosion risk that could lead to loss of steering control.

  2. 5 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    Volkswagen recalls 208,000 vehicles in U.S. over steering defect

    Volkswagen is recalling over 208,000 vehicles in the U.S., including Tiguan, Atlas, and Audi Q3 models, due to a steering rack bolt defect that could cause loss of control.

  3. 8 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Audi recalls Q3 models in Europe over seatbelt defect

    Audi is recalling certain German-made Q3 models in Europe due to faulty seatbelt welds, but Audi Vietnam confirms no locally distributed vehicles are affected by the 68GG recall campaign.

  4. 8 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    Volkswagen recalls 208,724 vehicles in U.S. over steering defect

    Volkswagen is recalling over 208,000 vehicles in the U.S., including Tiguan, Atlas, and Audi Q3 models, due to a steering rack bolt that may corrode and break, potentially causing loss of steering control.

Sources

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