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2021 Audi Q7 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: 9
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 75
Latest campaign: Dec 19, 2025

Recall summary by component9

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Back over prevention	2	Dec 19, 2025	25V900000 22V742000
Electrical system	2	Mar 31, 2025	25V201000 20V749000
Fuel system, gasoline	1	Jul 20, 2022	22V516000
Tires	1	Jan 26, 2022	22V034000
Seat belts	1	Aug 5, 2021	21V606000
Suspension	1	Apr 26, 2021	21V295000
Air bags	1	Feb 17, 2021	21V078000

Safety recalls9

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
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
Jul 20, 202222V516000	Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V516000 What's wrong Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi Q8, and 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. A component inside the fuel pump may break, causing the fuel pump to fail. Risk Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DR. Campaign NHTSA 22V516000 · Jul 20, 2022
Jan 26, 202222V034000	Tires Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V034000 What's wrong 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. Risk Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy 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. Campaign NHTSA 22V034000 · Jan 26, 2022
Aug 5, 202121V606000	Seat belts: rear/other retractor An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V606000 What's wrong 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." Risk An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash. Remedy 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). Campaign NHTSA 21V606000 · Aug 5, 2021

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 component75

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

75Complaints filed

3Involving a crash

0Involving a fire

5Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Injuries
Electrical system	44	59	3	1
Engine	19	25	0	0
Unknown or other	11	15	2	2
Forward collision avoidance	7	9	1	3
Back over prevention	6	8	0	0
Service brakes	6	8	2	1
Steering	5	7	0	0
Lane departure	5	7	0	0
Vehicle speed control	4	5	1	0
Fuel/propulsion system	3	4	0	0
Seat belts	2	3	0	0
Tires	2	3	0	0
Engine and engine cooling	1	1	0	0
Visibility	1	1	0	0
Power train	1	1	0	0

5 more components with fewer complaints not shown. 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.

Latest reports

Steering
“Active Lane Assist defect that causes uncommanded, abrupt steering to the left without driver input, most often in intersections where lane markings disappear.”
Filed 09/29/2026 · ODI 11767633
Electrical system
“It is listed as Instrument cluster malfunction with a couple lights on like Brake, ABS, steering wheel with exclamation point next to it.”
Filed 09/23/2026 · ODI 11766465
Engine
“I have heard a knocking and experienced sudden loss of power while driving- not electrical loss, but vehicle suddenly slows down and unable to pick back up speed effectively creating a safety concern when driving-…”
Filed 09/15/2026 · ODI 11764502

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2021 Audi Q7 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Audi Q7 have?

NHTSA lists 9 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Audi Q7. 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 Q7 recalls for?

The largest group is back over prevention, with 2 campaigns. Others: electrical system (2), fuel system, gasoline (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 Q7?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 44 complaints out of 75 filed with NHTSA (59%). Across all complaints, owners reported 3 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 Audi Q7?

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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Recall summary by component9

Safety recalls9

Back over prevention: sensing system camera

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

Back over prevention: display function

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump

Tires

Seat belts: rear/other retractor