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🧸 Product FR November 15, 2021

audi — a4, a5, a6, a7, a8, q5, q7, q8, e-tron voiture de tourisme

les écrous du boulon excentrique du bras de commande de la liaison à ressort de l’essieu arrière peuvent se casser en raison de la corrosion sous contrainte. par conséquent, l’essieu arrière pourrait se déplacer dans la mauvaise direction, de manière incontrôlable à grande vitess...

Audi A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, Q5, Q7, Q8 and e-tron models may have a risk of injury. The eccentric nut on the control arm’s rear spring link bolt can break due to stress corrosion. This could cause the rear axle to move uncontrollably at high speed.
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May 19, 2026 September 17, 2026
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What is this? Audi cars made between certain years may have a broken part in the rear axle. This part can break because of rust. If it breaks, the back wheels may not work right.

What's happening? Audi has found that some cars have this broken part. If it breaks while driving fast, the car could lose control.

Does this affect me? This problem is only in certain Audi cars made in France. Check if your car is one of these models.

What should I do? Take your car to an Audi dealer right away. Ask your dealer or mechanic if your car needs a fix.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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audi
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Type: automobiles et moyens de déplacement · Category: automobiles, motos, scooters · Hazard: blessures · les écrous du boulon excentrique du bras de commande de la liaison à ressort de l’essieu arrière peuvent se casser en raison de la corrosion sous contrainte. par conséquent, l’essieu arrière pourrait se déplacer dans la mauvaise direction, de manière incontrôlable à grande vitesse.

First published
November 15, 2021
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/48628/rapex

All information on this page comes from the official agency notice. We translate and summarise it; we don't add or edit facts.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this product recall alert about?
audi — a4, a5, a6, a7, a8, q5, q7, q8, e-tron voiture de tourisme. Audi A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, Q5, Q7, Q8 and e-tron models may have a risk of injury. The eccentric nut on the control arm’s rear spring link bolt can break due to stress corrosion. This could cause the rear axle to move uncontrollably at high speed.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on November 15, 2021 by Rappel Conso (DGCCRF, France).
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
▸ What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
▸ Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on rappel.conso.gouv.fr.

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