NHTSA Recall 15V452000: Electric power assist system (steering)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,625 vehicles. It affects 2014–2015 Audi SQ5.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V452000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 48M1 |
| Component | STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Report received | July 20, 2015 |
| Owner notification | July 31, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Audi SQ5 vehicles manufactured May 22, 2013, to April 14, 2015. The affected vehicles have an electric power steering assist system that may shut down in cold temperatures due to a steering motor sensor fault.
Safety risk
If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the power steering control module software, free of charge. The recall began on July 31, 2015. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 48M1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V452000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.