Recall: Volkswagen Atlas and Audi Q5 SUVs

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Recall: Volkswagen Atlas and Audi Q5 SUVs

 

On certain SUVs, the connecting rod bearings may become damaged. If this happens, the engine could make abnormal noises and a warning light may turn on. Driving with these symptoms may cause the engine to fail.

Recall Details

Transport Canada Recall # 2022-576

Recall Date 2022-10-07
Last Updated 2022-11-01
Notification Type Safety Mfr
System Engine
Issued by VOLKSWAGEN
Manufacturer Recall Number
Units Affected The number of vehicles or components affected by the recall. 9,257
Category SUV
Recall Details
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the connecting rod bearings may become damaged. If this happens, the engine could make abnormal noises and a warning light may turn on. If you continue to drive the vehicle with these symptoms, the engine could fail and/or an oil leak could occur.

Safety Risk:
An engine failure can cause a sudden loss of power, which could increase the risk of a crash. An oil leak could create the risk of a vehicle fire.

Corrective actions:
Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership for an engine inspection test. The engine will be replaced, if necessary.

Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
AUDI Q5 2021 2022 2023
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS 2022 2023
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT 2022 2023
Manufacturer Name Contact Number Web Site
VOLKSWAGEN 1-800-822-8987

 

 

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