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2019–2022 Audi A6 Allroad, S6, A7 and more recall: Electrical system

NHTSA campaign 22V-861 · November 21, 2022 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
22V861000
Reported
November 21, 2022
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Part
Electrical system
Vehicles affected
About 50,883

What is wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.

Safety risk

A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Audi A6 (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022); Audi A6 Allroad (2020, 2021, 2022); Audi A7 (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022); Audi RS 6 Avant (2021, 2022); Audi RS 7 (2021, 2022); Audi S6 (2020, 2021, 2022); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.