REC-000036

active

2018–2019 AUDI Q5

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Audi Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 28 April 2019

Defect

The wall thickness of the brake master cylinder may not meet specifications.

Hazard

The master brake cylinder may develop a leak and potentially fail. This could cause the hydraulic brake system to fail and lead to an increased risk of an accident. The electronic parking brake and its emergency braking function remain functional.

Remedy

Audi Australia Pty Ltd is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles. Consumers should contact their nearest Audi Dealer to arrange for inspection and repair. The brake master cylinder will be checked and replaced if the dimensions do not meet specifications. For further information, contact the Audi Australia 24-hour toll free number 1800 50 AUDI (2834).

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Audi Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au