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2021 Audi A8: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for the 2021 Audi A8. The newest campaign is 25V900000. NHTSA received the report on 19 Dec 2025. The NHTSA record gives the component Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

This page cannot show if a recall applies to one vehicle. The NHTSA VIN lookup shows the unrepaired recalls of one vehicle.

Remedy of the newest campaign, 25V900000, in the NHTSA record

Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
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Recall campaigns

10 campaigns, newest first. 791,491 units in total.

  • 25V900000Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera
  • 25V201000Electrical System / Software
  • 23V842000Electrical System / Propulsion System / Charging / Cable/Cord / Onboard
  • 22V806000Equipment / Electrical / Infotainment / Video (Touch)screen/Monitor/Unit
  • 22V742000Back Over Prevention / Display Function
  • 22V034000Tires
  • 21V825000Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera
  • 21V606000Seat Belts / Rear/Other / Retractor
  • 21V295000Suspension / Rear / Axle / Non-Powered Axle Assembly
  • 21V111000Engine

  1. 25V900000Received . 356,894 units.

    Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

    Report filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 90TV. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  2. 25V201000Received . 44,387 units.

    Electrical System / Software

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    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.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    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.

    Report filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 90VC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  3. 23V842000Received . 93,196 units.

    Electrical System / Propulsion System / Charging / Cable/Cord / Onboard

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.

    Report filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 93U6/93U8. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  4. 22V806000Received . 6,076 units.

    Equipment / Electrical / Infotainment / Video (Touch)screen/Monitor/Unit

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.

    Report filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 91Ei. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  5. 22V742000Received . 170,296 units.

    Back Over Prevention / Display Function

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.

    Report filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 91DZ. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  6. 22V034000Received . 31,058 units.

    Tires

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.

    Report filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 42L5. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  7. 21V825000Received . 2,857 units.

    Back Over Prevention / Sensing System / Camera

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

    Report filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 91CR. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  8. 21V606000Received . 45,496 units.

    Seat Belts / Rear/Other / Retractor

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).

    Report filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 69CR, 69CS. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  9. 21V295000Received . 40,993 units.

    Suspension / Rear / Axle / Non-Powered Axle Assembly

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.

    Report filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 42L1. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  10. 21V111000Received . 238 units.

    Engine

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A8 and 2020-2021 Audi S8 vehicles. A missing sealing pin may allow moisture to enter the engine control module connector, possibly causing a control module malfunction.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    An engine control module malfunction may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine control module connector for a missing sealing pin, and install it, if necessary. The connector will also be inspected for corrosion, and replaced as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 12, 20121. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97EV.

    Report filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 97EV. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

The campaign number opens the NHTSA record. Each quotation is the text of the NHTSA recall file.

Recall campaign: One recall in the NHTSA recall file, with one campaign number. A campaign can name many makes, models and model years.

Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

Complaints by component

The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.

Investigations

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

Other model years

The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.

  1. 19951
  2. 19962
  3. 19972
  4. 19983
  5. 19994
  6. 20002
  7. 20012
  8. 20021
  9. 20031
  10. 20041
  11. 20051
  12. 20062
  13. 20072
  14. 20081
  15. 20091
  16. 20101
  17. 20111
  18. 20121
  19. 20136
  20. 20145
  21. 20155
  22. 20164
  23. 20173
  24. 20182
  25. 20193
  26. 20205
  27. 202110
  28. 20223
  29. 20232
  30. 20242
  31. 20251
  32. 20261

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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Cite this page

Recall Register. 2021 Audi A8: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/audi/a8/2021/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through .

Sources

Source
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence
US government work, public domain
Recall file through
29 Sep 2026
Complaint file through
15 May 2019
First complaint in the file
1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2021 Audi A8?
791,491 units in 10 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Audi A8 have for all model years?
NHTSA lists 31 recall campaigns for the Audi A8, model years 1995 to 2026. 10 of them name the 2021 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2021 Audi A8 open?
The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.