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Audi Q7 2010–2013technical service bulletin

Bulletin Dealer 26M9 · NHTSA communication 10168805 · issued Nov 19, 2019

Technical service bulletin
communication type
Engine
component
2010–2013
model years
4
vehicle entries

Official summary

Due to a parts catalog error, incorrect emissions related component(s) may have been installed on some vehicles during a past service repair visit. Dealers will inspect and, if needed, replace the component(s) as a proactive measure to ensure continued emissions compliance.

What a TSB means. Technical service bulletins are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free (warranty extensions are an exception worth checking). The full document is available via NHTSA’s vehicle lookup.