SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The brake master cylinder in your Audi Q5 or SQ5 is a critical component that helps you stop the car. It's possible that the casting that holds it together is too short, which could be a problem.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could lose your brakes suddenly while driving, which significantly increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will inspect the brake master cylinder and replace it if necessary, completely free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The brake master cylinder casting may be too short.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A short casting can cause a sudden loss of brakes, increasing the risk of crash. The electronic parking brake and its emergency brake function are not affected and will still function.
Original — Remedy
Audi has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the brake master cylinder, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 3, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 47O9.
The passenger side air bag inflator module in your Q5 is designed to deploy in the event of a crash. However, in some 2019 models, a critical weld might be faulty, which could cause the instrument panel to break.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag module is damaged, it may not work properly in a crash. This could leave you without adequate protection, increasing the risk of serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty instrument panel and passenger side air bag with new parts, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. In the event of a crash deploying the passenger's frontal air bag, the instrument panel carrier may break due to incorrect welding. If the carrier breaks, there may be damage to the passenger frontal air bag.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A damaged frontal air bag may not provide adequate protection, increasing the risk of an injury.
Original — Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel and the passenger frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began August 16, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 90N1.
The wheel arch cover trim on your Audi Q5 is a decorative piece that covers the area behind the wheel. In some 2018-2019 models, it could come loose and fall off while driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If the trim falls off, it could become a hazard on the road, increasing the risk of a crash, especially if another driver hits it.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will add a screw and nut to secure the trim in place, making sure it stays on your vehicle. This repair is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The detached trim may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the wheel arch trim with an additional screw and nut, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66K6.
The gateway control module is a computer that helps manage your Audi's functions. It's located near the rear seat, and in some 2018-2022 Q5 and SQ5 models, it's vulnerable to damage from water or liquid spills.
Risk if Unfixed
If water gets into the control module, it could shut down suddenly while you're driving, reducing your engine power and making it harder to control your vehicle. This could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Audi dealers will install a protective cover on the control module and seal any gaps under your vehicle to prevent water from getting in. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, 2018-2022 Q5, and SQ5 vehicles. A liquid spill in the rear seat, or water ingress from an insufficient body seam underneath the vehicle may allow liquid to penetrate the gateway control module, causing it to shutdown.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will install a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal an underbody seam as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90S9.
The rear wheel arch cover trim on your Audi SQ5 or Q5 is designed to protect the wheel well from road debris. Over time, it may come loose and break off, which can create a hazard on the road.
Risk if Unfixed
If the trim comes loose and breaks off while you're driving, it could become a road hazard and potentially cause a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will tighten the four clips that hold the trim in place, ensuring it stays secure – and it won't cost you a thing. You'll receive a notification, and once you get it, schedule the repair to keep you safe on the road.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi SQ5 and 2018-2020 Audi Q5 vehicles. The rear wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach from the vehicle.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The detached trim may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
Original — Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four clips securing the forward part of the rear wheel arch trim, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 66K8.
