Recall 25V-777: 2025 Audi Q7, 2025 Audi Q8 and 2 more
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Nov 12, 2025, covering about 61 vehicles.
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Audi RS Q8, Audi Q8, Audi Q7, and Audi SQ8 vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles may be missing a rivet that secures the buckle to the seat belt stalk.
The risk
A seat belt that is missing a rivet may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace both front seat belt buckles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 692K. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 14, 2025.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V777000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi Q7 | 2025 | All years |
| Audi Q8 | 2025 | All years |
| Audi RS Q8 | 2025 | All years |
| Audi SQ8 | 2025 | 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-777?
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Audi RS Q8, Audi Q8, Audi Q7, and Audi SQ8 vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles may be missing a rivet that secures the buckle to the seat belt stalk.
How is recall 25V-777 fixed?
Dealers will replace both front seat belt buckles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 692K. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 14, 2025.
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.