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Passenger cars (Audi Q5 40TDIq and 35 other models) - Repair
Official notice
31 Mar 2022
Last checked
27 Oct 2026
An official CAA Japan notice concerns Passenger cars (Audi Q5 40TDIq and 35 other models) - Repair. Defect in the suspension (nuts). Defective component (part name): Suspension (nuts). Condition and cause of the structure, equipment or performance deemed noncompliant with standards: In the recall reported under 外-3276 (dated September 22, Reiwa 3), inadequate work instructions may have resulted in alignment adjustment not being performed after replacement of the nuts securing the rear suspension arms. As a result, the tires may wear prematurely and, in the worst case, abnormal wear may cause a tire puncture. Published 2022-03-31.
What to do now
(Recall) 外-3364. Corrective measures: Check the alignment on all vehicles and adjust as necessary. Also replace tires with new ones if abnormal wear has occurred.
Units affected
1,149
Recall number
外-3364
Official notice
2022-03-31
The hazard
The hazard
Defect in the suspension (nuts). Defective component (part name): Suspension (nuts). Condition and cause of the structure, equipment or performance deemed noncompliant with standards: In the recall reported under 外-3276 (dated September 22, Reiwa 3), inadequate work instructions may have resulted in alignment adjustment not being performed after replacement of the nuts securing the rear suspension arms. As a result, the tires may wear prematurely and, in the worst case, abnormal wear may cause a tire puncture.
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Brand: Audi. Contact: フォルクスワーゲングループジャパン株式会社. Phone 0120-598119.
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