50G5 Incorrect GAWR on Label – 2009-2015 Audi Q7

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-086 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. Submission Date : FEB 15, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-086 Manufacturer Recall No. : 50G5 Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. Address : 3800 Hamlin Road Auburn Hills MI 48326 Company phone : 1-800-893-5298 Population : Number of potentially involved : 12,100 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2009-2015 AUDI Q7 Vehicle Type : Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : The recall population was determined by records of the vehicle assembly information. The recalled products differ from products that were not included in the recall because recalled vehicles were assembled with a safety certification label that contains an incorrect rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Q7: 12100 Production Dates : MAR 31, 2009 – JUL 10, 2015 VIN Range 1 : Begin : WA1CM94L29D037075 End : WA1DGAFEXFD033282 ✔ Not sequential Description of Noncompliance : Description of the Noncompliance : The certification label on the subject vehicles indicate incorrect values for the Gross Axle Weight Rating (“GAWR”), resulting in a failure to comply with CFR Part 567 and FMVSS 110. FMVSS 1 : 110 – Tire selection and rims FMVSS 2 : 567 – Certification Description of the Safety Risk : An incorrect GAWR can result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash. Description of the Cause : When creating the certification labels for the affected vehicles, the value for the rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for vehicles equipped with 21-inch wheels was miscalculated due to a human error in the calculation process for the subject vehicles. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : NONE Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-086 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Safety Certification Label Component Description : Safety Certification Label Component Part Number : 4L0 010 559 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : AUDI AG Address : NR Ingolstadt Foreign States 85045 Country : Germany Chronology : May – August 2022: During the course of an internal review of tire pressure calculations, a potential anomaly regarding the vehicle load calculation for the Q7 Gen 1 models was identified. The calculation method and the requirements for each of the Q7 Gen 1 model types, in combination with all different available wheel sizes, were retraced and assessed. As a result, an investigation regarding a single wheel size (21″) was started. September 2022 – January 2023: The topic was submitted to the Audi Product Safety Committee and a regulatory evaluation took place. Affected scope of vehicles in the field was verified. February 8, 2023: The Audi Product Safety Committee decides a noncompliance recall based on the information that the value for the rear GAWR printed on the certification label on certain vehicles manufactured with 21-inch wheels was overstated by approximately 30 kg. Audi is not aware of any warranty claims, customer complaints or other field reports due to this issue. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : At no cost to owners, dealers will install an overlay label containing the correct rear GAWR on top of the existing safety certification label. Audi will not offer a reimbursement plan under this recall. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The remedy component is an overlay label consisting of the corrected value for the rear GAWR. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-086 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The affected vehicles are no longer in production. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Dealers/owners: On or before April 14, 2023 Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 14, 2023 – APR 14, 2023 Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 14, 2023 – APR 14, 2023 * NR – Not Reported

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AUDI DEALER COMMUNICATION Ensure all dealership personnel are aware of this notice so they are able to address customer questions. Contact Warranty if you require additional assistance. Direct press inquiries to Audi Public Relations. Audi Customer Protection 50G5_DLR_ADV Advance Notice – Compliance Recall 50G5 / Safety Certification Label This notice is for:  Dealer Principal  General Manager  Sales Managers  Service Manager  Parts Manager  Service Advisor  Warranty Administrator  Technicians Date: February 23, 2023 Issue: The certification label on the subject vehicles indicate incorrect values for the Gross Axle Weight Rating (“GAWR”), resulting in a failure to comply with regulatory requirements. An incorrect GAWR can result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash. Precautions: In the interim, until this recall remedy has been completed, owners should not rely on the GAWR information printed on the vehicle’s Safety Certification label. The correct rear axle GAWR for the affected vehicles is: 3902 lbs / 1770 kg. Repair:  REPAIR NOT YET AVAILABLE  Check daily campaign open inventory report or OMD for affected vehicles in inventory.  Audi is working to make a recall remedy available as soon as possible for the affected vehicles. Dealers and owners will be notified in writing once the recall remedy work can be performed. Affected Vehicles Country Beginning Model Year Ending Model Year Vehicle Vehicle Count USA 2009 2015 Q7 12,100 CAN 2011 2015 Q7 1,364 *Counts reflect overall population; some vehicles may have already been repaired. Check Campaigns/Actions screen in Elsa on the day of repair to verify that a VIN qualifies for repair under this action. Elsa is the only valid campaign inquiry & verification source. Notes: IMPORTANT REMINDER: VEHICLES AFFECTED BY SAFETY & COMPLIANCE RECALLS New Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: It is a violation of federal law for a dealer to deliver a new motor vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by this notification under a sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied. By law, dealers must correct, prior to delivery for sale or lease, any vehicle that fails to comply with an applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard or that contains a defect relating to motor vehicle safety. Pre-Owned Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: Dealers should not deliver any pre-owned vehicles in their inventory which are involved in a safety or compliance recall until the defect has been remedied. -END OF MESSAGE

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