Volkswagen (China), SAIC Volkswagen, and FAW-Volkswagen File Recall Plans, Totaling Over 580,000 Vehicles

Volkswagen Group China Sales Co., Ltd., SAIC Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd., and FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. have recently filed recall plans with the State Administration for Market Regulation. I. Volkswagen Group China Sales Co., Ltd. (Recall No. S2026M0138V): Starting from January 15, 2027, recalling certain imported Golf and Tiguan series vehicles produced between September 2, 2014 and August 23, 2019, totaling 22,036 units. II. SAIC Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. (Recall No. S2026M0139V): Starting from January 15, 2027, recalling certain domestically produced Teramont vehicles manufactured between November 30, 2016 and July 7, 2022, totaling 116,864 units; certain domestically produced Teramont X vehicles manufactured between July 27, 2020 and July 5, 2022, totaling 24,977 units; certain domestically produced Viloran vehicles manufactured between November 26, 2021 and July 28, 2022, totaling 8,529 units; and certain domestically produced Audi Q6 vehicles manufactured between August 9, 2022 and September 20, 2026, totaling 20,369 units. III. FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. (Recall No. S2026M0140V): Starting from January 15, 2027, recalling certain domestically produced Talagon vehicles manufactured between December 14, 2020 and July 8, 2022, totaling 29,264 units. (Recall No. S2026M0141V): Starting from January 15, 2027, recalling certain domestically produced Audi Q3 vehicles manufactured between June 20, 2018 and September 15, 2025, totaling 388,258 units. For vehicles within the scope of this recall, after prolonged exposure to moisture and road de-icing salt, the right-side fixing bolt connecting the subframe to the steering gear may corrode. As corrosion worsens, the fixing bolt may fracture, causing the right-side connection of the steering gear to fail and resulting in limited steering function. Volkswagen Group China Sales Co., Ltd., SAIC Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd., and FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. will commission authorized dealerships to replace the right-side steering gear fixing bolt with an improved version free of charge for vehicles within the recall scope. Emergency handling measures: If abnormal metallic knocking sounds occur in the front axle area or abnormalities appear in the steering system, drivers should immediately stop the vehicle safely and contact the nearest authorized dealership for vehicle inspection and handling.