NHTSA recall campaign
20V658000
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.Reported2020-10-27Affected94,144 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Audi Q7 vehicles. The padding on the vehicle's C-pillar may not absorb enough impact in the event of a crash.
Risk
In the event of a crash, an unbelted occupant's head may impact the vehicle's C-pillar padding, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the deformation element on the C-pillars, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70H8.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →