Steering Could Fail on 44,303 VW, Audi SUVs Recalled in Canada

Volkswagen recalls 208,000 SUVs over steering bolt defect

The recall covers certain 2018 Tiguan, 2018-2019 Atlas, and 2019-2021 Audi Q3 vehicles with a specific steering rack

Steering could fail on 44,303 VW, Audi SUVs recalled in Canada

The Transport Canada safety campaign is tied to problems with the steering racks in certain Audi Q3 and VW Atlas and Tiguan models

Volkswagon issues recall for 208,000 SUVs that risk losing steering control over bolt issue

The right-side mounting bolt on the steering rack can corrode when moisture enters the surrounding area. If that bolt breaks, the steering rack could remain attached to the vehicle's subframe by one remaining mounting point.

One Tiny Bolt Is Giving VW SUVs A Big Handling Headache

VW is recalling almost 210,000 Tiguan, Atlas and Audi Q3 models because the steering rack securing bolt could cut loose