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2018 AUDI SQ5 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Critical

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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Safety Recalls

Critical #19V277000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The brake master cylinder is a critical part of your vehicle's braking system that helps you stop the car. In your 2018-2019 Audi Q5 or SQ5, the master cylinder might be made with a shorter than usual casting.
Risk if Unfixed
If the master cylinder fails, you could lose all brake function without warning, making it impossible to stop your vehicle safely. This is a serious situation that could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will inspect the master cylinder and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. You should schedule this repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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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.
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Critical #18V369000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The brake caliper in your vehicle is a crucial part that helps your car stop. On certain 2018 models, the coating on the caliper pistons might not be thick enough, which could affect how well your brakes work.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake caliper isn't working properly, your car may not stop as quickly or smoothly as it should. This could increase the risk of a crash, especially on the highway or in emergency situations.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will inspect your brake system and perform a free repair to ensure your brakes are working properly. They'll bleed the brake calipers to get everything working smoothly again, and you shouldn't drive your vehicle until the repair is done.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, Passat, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Golf, Golf SportWagen and GTI and Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reducing the brake performance.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners. Audi dealers will bleed the rear brakes. Volkswagen dealers will bleed the front and rear brake calipers. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the brake system has been checked. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 47N8, 47N9, and 47N6.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other AUDI SQ5 2018 Recalls

WHEELS
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
STRUCTURE
1 recall

Other AUDI SQ5 Years

2025
1 recall
2022
2 recalls
2021
5 recalls
2020
4 recalls
2019
5 recalls
2015
1 recall
2014
1 recall

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