VW Group vehicles recalled in Canada due to steering rack bolt failure

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 21

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What happened

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Transport Canada issued a recall for certain Volkswagen Group vehicles sold in Canada. The recall addresses an issue where a bolt attaching the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break. This failure could potentially lead to a loss of steering control. Up to 44,303 older vehicles, including the VW Atlas, VW Tiguan, and Audi Q3, are affected.

From driving.ca

Why it matters

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The recall is a regulatory action mandated by Transport Canada. This requires Volkswagen Group to manage the logistics and costs associated with repairing the affected vehicles.

From driving.ca

Who's involved

Volkswagen GroupGerman automotive manufacturing conglomerate that produced the affected vehicles.
Transport CanadaCanadian transportation department that issued the safety recall.
Audi AGGerman automotive manufacturing subsidiary of Volkswagen Group with affected models.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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Volkswagen Group could face increased costs related to logistics and mandated repairs for the affected vehicles.

Coverage

Newest first; wire copies grouped

Sep 21driving.ca