2021 Audi RS 7, SQ8, A8 and more recall: Electrical system: software
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 25V201000
- Reported
- March 31, 2025
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Part
- Electrical system: software
- Vehicles affected
- About 44,387
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 SQ8, A6 SEDAN, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S6 SEDAN, S7, S8, A6 Allroad, and SQ7 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
Safety risk
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the instrument panel module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90VC.
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 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Audi A6 (2021); Audi A6 Allroad (2021); Audi A7 (2021); Audi A8 (2021); Audi Q7 (2021); Audi Q8 (2021); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will update the instrument panel module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90VC.
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.