VW Touareg recall: Bolted connection between steering shaft and steering rack may loosen
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The bolted connection between the steering shaft and the steering rack may not have been tightened to the correct torque.
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. The bolted connection of the intermediate steering shaft has to be replaced
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The bolted connection between the steering shaft and the steering rack may not have been tightened to the correct torque.
The fix
The bolted connection of the intermediate steering shaft has to be replaced
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 27 Apr 2018 | 22 Jan 2019 | 22 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 18 March 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.