Volkswagen has ordered the recall of more than 2.8 million Volkswagen and Audi vehicles worldwide, a third of them in Germany, after a steering system defect was discovered in some models, according to a statement from the Japanese automaker.
The defect, which involves a combination of mechanical and electrical components that allow the driver to control the vehicle's direction via the steering wheel, can lead to a "breakdown" of the steering system.
The recall affects 2.16 million Volkswagen vehicles, the flagship brand of Europe's largest automaker, and 700,000 Audi vehicles.
In cooperation with Volkswagen, the affected vehicles were manufactured between 2013 and 2024 and include the Golf, Golf Variant, Tiguan, Touran, and Caddy models.
The affected Audi vehicles were manufactured between 2017 and 2024 and include the Q3.
Professor Francis Press, a Volkswagen inspection specialist, discovered the "corrosion defect under a microscope" during a quality control inspection.
"The electric vehicle was recalled as a precautionary measure, and the defect did not cause any accidents," he said, adding that drivers could continue to use the vehicle until they could visit an eligible dealer for a replacement.
This defect represents another setback for the German automotive giant, which announced in September that it would cut 50,000 jobs by 2030.
The company also faces fierce competition, particularly in the automotive sector.
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