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2019–2021 Audi S8, A8 recall: Engine and engine cooling: engine, engine control module (ecu/ecm)

NHTSA campaign 21V-111 · February 24, 2021 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
21V111000
Reported
February 24, 2021
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Part
Engine and engine cooling: engine, engine control module (ecu/ecm)
Vehicles affected
About 238

What is wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A8 and 2020-2021 Audi S8 vehicles. A missing sealing pin may allow moisture to enter the engine control module connector, possibly causing a control module malfunction.

Safety risk

An engine control module malfunction may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine control module connector for a missing sealing pin, and install it, if necessary. The connector will also be inspected for corrosion, and replaced as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 12, 20121. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97EV.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Audi A8 (2019, 2020, 2021); Audi S8 (2020, 2021). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

An engine control module malfunction may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine control module connector for a missing sealing pin, and install it, if necessary. The connector will also be inspected for corrosion, and replaced as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 12, 20121. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97EV.

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