NHTSA Recall 21V027000: Critical fasteners (steering)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1 vehicles. It affects 2019 Audi Q3.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V027000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 48P7 |
| Component | STEERING › CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Report received | January 27, 2021 |
| Owner notification | February 28, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling one 2019 Audi Q3 vehicle. Production deviation in the belt pully can prevent the circlip from properly engaging the steering rack.
Safety risk
The circlip can detach and catch on surrounding components, causing the steering system to lock and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Audi will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall was completed February 28, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 48P7.
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 21V027000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Audi Q3 | 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.