NHTSA Recall 22V567000: Tailgate (structure)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1 vehicles. It affects 2022 Audi SQ5.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V567000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 55M6 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › TAILGATE |
| Report received | August 3, 2022 |
| Owner notification | September 28, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling one 2022 Audi SQ5 Sportback vehicle. The connections that join the metal sheets to form the rear lid may have been improperly connected.
Safety risk
An improperly connected rear lid may decrease the structural protection of the vehicle during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
A dealer will replace the rear lid, free of charge. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 55M6.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V567000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Audi SQ5 | 2022 |
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.