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Volkswagen Group steering recall

A safety recall that began with 208,000 SUVs has expanded to cover up to 4 million Volkswagen and Audi vehicles worldwide due to corroding steering rack bolts.

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Dealerships worldwide are preparing for an influx of up to 4 million vehicles requiring steering rack bolt replacements.From: Volkswagen Group Expands Steering Recall to 4 Million Vehicles Globally

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The expanded recall covers multiple models across four of the automaker's brands.From: Volkswagen Group Expands Steering Recall to 4 Million Vehicles Globally · Sep 25, 2026

Dealership technicians will replace the original steering rack bolts with upgraded, corrosion-resistant hardware.From: Volkswagen and Audi Recall 208,000 SUVs Over Corroding Steering Rack Bolts · Sep 21, 2026

Owners can check their 17-character VIN on the NHTSA website to see if their vehicle is included in the recall.From: Volkswagen and Audi Recall 208,000 SUVs Over Corroding Steering Rack Bolts · Sep 21, 2026

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September 2026

Friday, September 25Volkswagen Group Expands Steering Recall to 4 Million Vehicles Globally
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- Sep 25, 2026 · 9:29 PM UTCVolkswagen Group Expands Steering Recall to 4 Million Vehicles GloballyA safety recall that began with 208,000 SUVs has expanded to cover up to 4 million Volkswagen and Audi vehicles worldwide due to corroding steering rack bolts.
Monday, September 21Volkswagen and Audi Recall 208,000 SUVs Over Corroding Steering Rack Bolts
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- Sep 21, 2026 · 11:20 PM UTCVolkswagen and Audi Recall 208,000 SUVs Over Corroding Steering Rack BoltsVolkswagen Group is recalling more than 208,000 SUVs in the United States to replace steering rack bolts that can corrode and break, potentially causing a sudden loss of steering control.