2017 Audi Q7 · Steering & vehicle control
Q7 steering shaft bolt may loosen and cause loss of control
NHTSA campaign 20V149000 lists the 2017 Audi Q7 for a condition in which q7 steering shaft bolt may loosen and cause loss of control.
What the reviewed source says
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NHTSA lists the 2017 Audi Q7 in safety campaign 20V149000. The official record says: The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control. The stated safety consequence is: A sudden loss of loss of steering control may 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.
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Symptoms in the pattern
- May occur without warning
- Steering control is suddenly reduced or lost
Vehicles and scope
- 2017 Audi Q7
- Vehicles included in NHTSA campaign 20V149000
- VIN confirmation is required
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.
Campaign 20V149000 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 20V149000
Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.
A year and model match does not confirm VIN eligibility. Do not substitute an owner repair for an open safety recall.
What owners reported
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Check the 17-character VIN with NHTSA or Audi. Save campaign 20V149000, any warning messages and a short description of when the symptom occurred for the service appointment.
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