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Volkswagen to recall over 208,700 US vehicles over steering rack bolt defect, NHTSA says

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Posted on September 18, 2026

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· Last updated: September 18, 2026

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Volkswagen Recalls Over 208,700 Vehicles in US Due to Steering Rack Bolt Defect

Details of the Volkswagen Recall and Safety Concerns

Sept 18 (Reuters) - Volkswagen is recalling 208,724 vehicles in the US due to a faulty steering rack bolt that could break and cause a loss of steering control, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Friday.

Summary of Affected Vehicles

Here are some details from NHTSA:

  • Affected vehicles include certain 2018 Tiguan, 2018-2019 Atlas, and 2019-2021 Audi Q3 vehicles.

Nature of the Defect

  • The steering rack bolt in the vehicles might corrode and break, causing a potential loss of steering control, which can increase the risk of a crash, the auto safety regulator warned.
Recall Remedy and Next Steps
  • As part of the recall remedy, dealers will replace the right-side steering rack mounting bolt, free of charge.

(Reporting by Ruchika Khanna in Bengaluru; Editing by Sonia Cheema)

Key Takeaways

  • The recall stems from NHTSA findings that the steering rack bolt may corrode and break, leading to loss of steering control, which heightens crash risk.
  • Owners of affected models (2018 Tiguan, 2018–19 Atlas, 2019–21 Audi Q3) should schedule a free repair for the right‑side steering rack mounting bolt.
  • This is one among several recent Volkswagen recalls; for example in early 2026 they recalled over 75,000 cars for instrument‑panel display failures and over 261,000 for fuel‑system issues, illustrating ongoing safety oversight. (reddit.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Volkswagen vehicles are affected by the recall?
The recall affects certain 2018 Tiguan, 2018-2019 Atlas, and 2019-2021 Audi Q3 vehicles in the US.
What is the defect in the recalled Volkswagen vehicles?
A faulty steering rack bolt may corrode and break, potentially causing a loss of steering control.
What remedy is Volkswagen offering for the recalled vehicles?
Dealers will replace the right-side steering rack mounting bolt free of charge.
Why is this Volkswagen recall considered important?
The defect could lead to a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Who announced the recall of Volkswagen vehicles?
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced the recall.

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