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AUDI; VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS; Q3; TIGUAN — recall

Automotive · Canada · 2026-09-11

AUDI; VOLKSWAGEN steering rack bolts could corrode and break, leading to steering loss

Country	Canada
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-09-11
Manufacturer	AUDI; VOLKSWAGEN
Models affected	ATLAS; Q3; TIGUAN
Model year	2018.0; 2019.0; 2020.0; 2021.0
Units affected	44303.0
Defect	Issue: On certain vehicles, one of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe could corrode and break. If this happens, the steering rack housing could break and cause a loss of steering control. Safety Risk: A loss of steering control could create a risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the right steering rack mounting bolt.
Component	Steering
Recall type	SUV
Recall number	2026439
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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