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NHTSA Recall 20V786000: Pedals and linkages (service brakes)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 313 vehicles. It affects 2020 Audi Q3.

313
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (January 12)
NHTSA campaign20V786000
Manufacturer campaign46i7
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Report receivedDecember 16, 2020
Owner notificationJanuary 12, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi Q3 vehicles. The brake pedal plate can bend or detach under the pressure applied during sudden stopping.

Safety risk

A bent or detached brake pedal plate decreases the contact area for the driver's foot and increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the weld between the brake pedal and the brake pedal plate and, as necessary, replace the entire brake pedal, free of charge. The recall began January 12, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46i7.

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 20V786000

Make and modelModel years
Audi Q32020

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.