Recall 25V-201: 2021 Audi A6, 2021 Audi A6 Allroad and 12 more
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 31, 2025, covering about 44,387 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The 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.
Notes
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Software Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V201000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi A6 | 2021 | All years |
| Audi A6 Allroad | 2021 | All years |
| Audi A7 | 2021 | All years |
| Audi A8 | 2021 | All years |
| Audi Q7 | 2021 | All years |
| Audi Q8 | 2021 | All years |
| Audi RS 6 Avant | 2021 | All years |
| Audi RS 7 | 2021 | All years |
| Audi RS Q8 | 2021 | All years |
| Audi S6 | 2021 | All years |
| Audi S7 | 2021 | All years |
| Audi S8 | 2021 | All years |
| Audi SQ7 | 2021 | All years |
| Audi SQ8 | 2021 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V-201?
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.
How is recall 25V-201 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.