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Passenger vehicles (Audi Q7 2.0Tq air suspension and others) - Repair
Official notice
8 Oct 2020
Last checked
27 Oct 2026
An official CAA Japan notice concerns Passenger vehicles (Audi Q7 2.0Tq air suspension and others) - Repair. Steering system defect. Defective component (part name): Steering system. Condition and cause of the structure, equipment or performance deemed noncompliant with standards: Improper work process management has resulted in insufficient tightening force on some bolts securing the steering column to the steering gearbox. These bolts may loosen during use. In the worst case, the connection between the steering column and steering gearbox may separate, making steering impossible. Published 2020-10-08.
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The hazard
The hazard
Steering system defect. Defective component (part name): Steering system. Condition and cause of the structure, equipment or performance deemed noncompliant with standards: Improper work process management has resulted in insufficient tightening force on some bolts securing the steering column to the steering gearbox. These bolts may loosen during use. In the worst case, the connection between the steering column and steering gearbox may separate, making steering impossible.
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Brand: Audi. Contact: アウディジャパン株式会社.
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