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NHTSA Recall 19V416000: Hub (wheels)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 126,161 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Audi Q5.

126,161
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2019
owners notified (July 26)
NHTSA campaign19V416000
Manufacturer campaign66K6/66K7
ComponentWHEELS › HUB
Report receivedJune 5, 2019
Owner notificationJuly 26, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

The detached trim may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.

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.

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 19V416000

Make and modelModel years
Audi Q52018, 2019
Audi SQ52018, 2019

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.