Vehicle recall 18V893000 · December 17, 2018
2018 Audi A5
The front suspension fasteners may not have been sufficiently tightened during vehicle production, possibly resulting in a front wheel becoming loose.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of North America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A5 Sportback vehicles. The front suspension fasteners may not have been sufficiently tightened during vehicle production, possibly resulting in a front wheel becoming loose.
- Consequence
- A loose front wheel may increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the front suspension fasteners, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 23, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40O2.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V893000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 17, 2018
- Filed by
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 40O2
- Owner notification
- January 23, 2019
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 36
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Front
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