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2017–2018 Audi A5, A4 Allroad recall: Structure: body, door, hinge and attachments

NHTSA campaign 17V-675 · October 25, 2017 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
17V675000
Reported
October 25, 2017
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Part
Structure: body, door, hinge and attachments
Vehicles affected
About 31,323

What is wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad, and 2018 A5 Sportback vehicles. The aluminum trim on the front and rear doors can come loose from around the door speakers, leaving sharp edges exposed.

Safety risk

The sharp edges of the speaker trim increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

The fix

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the speaker cover aluminum trim, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 70G6.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

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.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Audi A4 Allroad (2017, 2018); Audi A5 (2018). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

The sharp edges of the speaker trim increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

What is the fix?

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the speaker cover aluminum trim, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 70G6.

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