NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2019–2021 Audi Q3 and 2 more recall: Loss of Steering Control from Bolt Failure
- Recall number
- 26V590000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 208724
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Affected vehicles
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan, 2018-2019 Atlas, and 2019-2021 Audi Q3 vehicles. One of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break. If this happens, the steering rack housing can break.
Consequence
A broken steering rack housing can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What should you do?
Dealers will replace the right-side steering rack mounting bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 10, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 48LG and 48VT. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 16, 2026.
Manufacturer campaign number
48LG, 48VT
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V590000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.