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21V-825

Oct 20, 2021

Volkswagen

Software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse

Back-over prevention

2,857

Not stated

21V-812

Oct 15, 2021

Volkswagen

Front wheel bearing bolts may have been incorrectly tightened

Suspension

Part replacement

21V-732

Sep 23, 2021

Volkswagen

During the repair of roof damage, an incorrect roof reinforcement assembly may have been installed

Structure

Part replacement

21V-707

Sep 13, 2021

Volkswagen

Corrosion in the brake booster may cause the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), speedometer display, and brake…

Brakes

Part replacement

21V-695

Sep 8, 2021

Volkswagen

Pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach

Brakes

Repair or modification

21V-651

Aug 20, 2021

Volkswagen

Underhood fuel supply quick-connector may detach from the fuel supply line causing a fuel leak in the engine compartment

Fuel system

16,737

Part replacement

21V-616

Aug 6, 2021

Volkswagen

Damaged relays may have been installed in the engine compartment fuse box, which could inadvertently activate the horn or engine starter

Electrical system

Part replacement

21V-615

Aug 6, 2021

Volkswagen

Engine control unit (ECU) software may cause a stall when coming to a stop

Engine and cooling

5,092

Software update

21V-606

Aug 5, 2021

Volkswagen

Rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly

Seat belts

45,496

Part replacement

21V-607

Aug 4, 2021

Volkswagen

Incorrect rear outboard seat belt assemblies without an automatic locking retractor (ALR) function may have been installed, which can prevent the…

Seat belts

12,060

Part replacement

Campaign 21V-825

Software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse

Manufacturer: Volkswagen
Filed: October 20, 2021
Component: Back-over prevention
Vehicles affected: 2,857
Remedy: Not stated
Recall type: Vehicle

Defect summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.

Affected models

Audi A3 2022 Audi A4 2022 Audi A5 2022 Audi A8 2021 Audi E-Tron 2022 Audi Q3 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback 2022 Audi Q7 2022and 8 more

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