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2021 Audi A7 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
11
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
8
Latest campaign
Dec 19, 2025

Recall summary by component11

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Electrical system4Mar 31, 2025
25V20100023V84200022V86100022V155000
Back over prevention2Dec 19, 2025
25V90000022V742000
Service brakes, hydraulic1Aug 25, 2023
23V601000
Tires1Jan 26, 2022
22V034000
Seat belts1Aug 5, 2021
21V606000
Suspension1Apr 26, 2021
21V295000
Air bags1Mar 10, 2021
21V159000

Safety recalls11

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Dec 19, 2025Latest campaign
Dec 19, 202525V900000

Back over prevention: sensing system camera

A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V900000
What's wrong
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."
Risk
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V900000 · Dec 19, 2025
Mar 31, 202525V201000

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V201000
What's wrong
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.
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.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V201000 · Mar 31, 2025
Dec 13, 202323V842000

Electrical system: propulsion system charging

An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 23V842000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 23V842000 · Dec 13, 2023
Aug 25, 202323V601000

Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid

Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 23V601000
What's wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, RS7, RS6 Avant, A6 Allroad, 2019-2021 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.
Risk
Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47T9.
Campaign
NHTSA 23V601000 · Aug 25, 2023
Nov 21, 202222V861000

Electrical system

A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 22V861000
What's wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.
Risk
A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V861000 · Nov 21, 2022
Oct 5, 202222V742000

Back over prevention: display function

A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 22V742000
What's wrong
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."
Risk
A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V742000 · Oct 5, 2022
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Audi recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component8

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
8Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Engine563000
Electrical system338000
Back over prevention113000
Vehicle speed control113000
Fuel/propulsion system113000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names A7, A7 (WITH Rear Seat SABS), A7 Phev.

Latest reports

  • Engine

    “While driving on the freeway at approximately 65–70 mph, the engine suddenly stopped responding to all accelerator pedal inputs. The vehicle experienced an immediate, dangerous loss of motive power in active traffic.”

    Filed 08/03/2026 · ODI 11754375
  • Engine

    “At approximately 43,044 miles, my 2021 Audi A7 55 TFSI e quattro (PHEV) was diagnosed with a failed N632 coolant changeover valve — a component of the PHEV thermal management heating circuit.”

    Filed 04/30/2026 · ODI 11734901
  • Engine

    “The first time, while driving at 50-55mph, the engine decelerated suddenly. After about 10-15 seconds struggles with the gas pedal and brake pedal, the car accelerated normally.”

    Filed 04/05/2026 · ODI 11729313

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2021 Audi A7 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Audi A7 have?

NHTSA lists 11 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Audi A7. The most recent, 25V900000 (reported December 19, 2025), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2021 Audi A7 recalls for?

The largest group is electrical system, with 4 campaigns. Others: back over prevention (2), service brakes, hydraulic (1), tires (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Audi A7?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 5 complaints out of 8 filed with NHTSA (63%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 Audi A7?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Audi recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Audi dealer.

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