2018 Audi Q5 · Brakes & vehicle control
Q5 brake caliper coating can reduce braking performance
NHTSA campaign 18V369000 lists the 2018 Audi Q5 for a condition in which q5 brake caliper coating can reduce braking performance.
What the reviewed source says
Start with the documented condition, not a parts guess.
NHTSA lists the 2018 Audi Q5 in safety campaign 18V369000. The official record says: The brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reducing the brake performance. The stated safety consequence is: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. A make, model and year match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included or that the repair remains open.
Words owners may use
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Symptoms in the pattern
- Rear braking performance is reduced
- Stopping response feels weaker
Vehicles and scope
- 2018 Audi Q5
- Vehicles included in NHTSA campaign 18V369000
- VIN confirmation is required
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners. Audi dealers will bleed the rear brakes. Volkswagen dealers will bleed the front and rear brake calipers. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the brake system has been checked. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 47N8, 47N9, and 47N6.
Campaign 18V369000 is based on the recalled vehicle population and VIN, not a published mileage threshold. Mileage alone cannot confirm or exclude it.
Original evidence
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Repair paths and safe checks
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Complete recall 18V369000
Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners. Audi dealers will bleed the rear brakes. Volkswagen dealers will bleed the front and rear brake calipers. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the brake system has been checked. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 47N8, 47N9, and 47N6.
A year and model match does not confirm VIN eligibility. Do not substitute an owner repair for an open safety recall.
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