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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-201 (25V201000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 90VC |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Electrical system › Software |
| Report date | March 31, 2025 |
| Owners notified | April 24, 2025 |
| Vehicles affected | 44,387 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
- 2021 Audi A6 electrical problems 11
- 2021 Audi A6 Allroad electrical problems 4
- 2021 Audi A7 electrical problems 2
- 2021 Audi A8 electrical problems 2
- 2021 Audi Q7 electrical problems 44
- 2021 Audi Q8 electrical problems 13
- 2021 Audi RS 6 Avant electrical problems 3
- 2021 Audi RS 7 electrical problems 2
- 2021 Audi RS Q8 electrical problems 2
- 2021 Audi S7 electrical problems 3
- 2021 Audi S8 electrical problems 1
- 2021 Audi SQ7 electrical problems 3
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-201 repair free?
Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 44,387 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.