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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 12-23 dated May 14, 2012

Audi technical service bulletin A401335 2023187- for 2009-2010 Audi A4, 2009-2013 Audi A6 and 2009-2013 Audi Q5 and others.

Bulletin number
A401335 2023187-
Component
Steering
Summary
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 12-23 dated May 14, 2012. Squeaking noises are heard when the steering wheel is turned or maneuvered. The noises may be more prevalent in wet weather. The folds of the outer rubber boots on the front axle shafts may come in contact with each other when the steering wheel is turned, causing squeaking noises. These noises are more likely to occur when the vehicle is new. The volume and occurrence of the noise will dissipate after a short break-in period.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 174 complaints in the steering category.

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