Recall 26V-590: 2019–2021 Audi Q3, 2018–2019 Volkswagen Atlas and 1 more
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Sep 11, 2026, covering about 208,724 vehicles.
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan, 2018-2019 Atlas, and 2019-2021 Audi Q3 vehicles. One of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break. If this happens, the steering rack housing can break.
The risk
A broken steering rack housing can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the right-side steering rack mounting bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 48LG and 48VT. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 16, 2026.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V590000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi Q3 | 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Volkswagen Atlas | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Volkswagen Tiguan | 2018 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V-590?
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan, 2018-2019 Atlas, and 2019-2021 Audi Q3 vehicles. One of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break. If this happens, the steering rack housing can break.
How is recall 26V-590 fixed?
Dealers will replace the right-side steering rack mounting bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 48LG and 48VT. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 16, 2026.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.