208,724 Volkswagen and Audi SUVs Recalled Because Steering Bolt Can Break

Volkswagen Group of America is recalling 208,724 Volkswagen Tiguan, Atlas and Audi Q3 SUVs because a steering rack mounting bolt may corrode and break. The defect can potentially result in loss of steering control, and dealers will replace the affected bolt free of charge. Owners can check Volkswagen’s official recall system using their 17-digit VIN. VanderWolf Images/Shutterstock

Volkswagen Group of America is recalling 208,724 Volkswagen and Audi SUVs because a steering-system mounting bolt can corrode and break, potentially causing drivers to lose steering control.

The safety recall covers certain Volkswagen Tiguan, Volkswagen Atlas and Audi Q3 vehicles from model years 2018 through 2021. The campaign is listed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as recall 26V590000.