Component
WHEELS:HUB
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your Audi Q5 or SQ5 has a plastic cover on the wheel well that helps protect the wheel. In some 2018-2019 models, this cover can come loose and fall off.
Risk if Unfixed
If the cover detaches while you're driving, it could become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will add an extra screw and nut to keep the wheel arch trim securely in place, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the repair when 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.
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