Component
TIRES
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your Audi's rear axle alignment is the system that keeps your vehicle stable and straight. However, after some previous repairs, it might not have been properly checked, which could lead to uneven tire wear.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rear axle isn't aligned right, your tires could wear down faster or unevenly. This could cause your vehicle to pull to one side or vibrate, making it harder to control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will inspect the rear axle alignment, adjust it if needed, and replace any worn-out tires with new ones – all at no cost to you. You'll get a notification letter with the details, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
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