NHTSA Recall 19V277000: Master cylinder (service brakes)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12,645 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Audi Q5.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V277000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 47O9 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › MASTER CYLINDER |
| Report received | April 8, 2019 |
| Owner notification | May 3, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
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.
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 19V277000
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.