Audi Recalls | MotorSafety.org

Volkswagen recalls EVs over rollaway risk

April 10, 2025 Bojan Popic Audi Recalls, Volkswagen Recalls

Auburn Hills, MI – April 10, 2025 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY), which owns the Audi brand, is recalling 60,490 EVs over incorrect gear display that may result in a vehicle rollaway.

The list of recalled models includes:

2021 – 2023 Volkswagen ID.4
2022 – 2023 Audi Q4 E-TRON
2022 – 2023 Audi Q4 Sportback E-TRON

Recall summary

All vehicles with an automatic transmission must clearly indicate a selected gear on the instrument cluster. In the affected cars, this may not happen when the driver shifts into Neutral due to a software error.

This means that if the electronic parking brake is not engaged, the car may roll away, especially if it is on a slope or a hill.

Recall risks

The rollaway ups the risk of an accident or property damage.

Warning signs

The driver might notice an absence of the red parking brake warning on the dashboard.

Other Volkswagen recalls

In September 2024, Volkswagen recalled ID.4 cars whose doors could open on their own.

In July 2024, Golf hatchbacks and Atlas SUVs were recalled over limited visibility caused by malfunctioning rearview cameras.

The repair

Dealers will update the electronic parking brake software free of charge.

The owners should receive letters with more information on April 4, 2025.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 60,000 EVs are affected by this VW gear position recall. To do a VW recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Volkswagen recalls Audi hybrids that may catch fire

December 26, 2024 Bojan Popic Audi Recalls, Volkswagen Recalls

Auburn Hills, MI – December 26, 2024 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY), which owns the Audi brand, is recalling 4,616 hybrid cars and SUVs that may ignite. This ups the risk of an accident and injury.

The following models are affected:

2022 Audi A7 PHEV
2022 – 2023 Audi Q5 PHEV

Recall summary

The high-voltage battery stores electricity that powers the electric motor and other vehicle systems. In the affected hybrids, this battery may overheat and burst into flames, setting the vehicle on fire. The cause of the defect is “still under investigation.”

Recall risks

If the vehicle catches fire, car occupants can get injured or even lose their life. For more information on what to do in the event of fire, please visit this article.

Safety tips

Owners – especially those who are not opted in to share data with the manufacturer – are advised not to charge the battery until the car is repaired. In other fire recalls, manufacturers have also recommended to park the vehicles outside and away from any structures.

Other Volkswagen recalls

In December 2023, Volkswagen recalled several models, including Audi A7 cars, over the risk of reduced braking performance, as reported.

In September 2024, ID.4 cars were recalled because their doors could open on their own while driving, also as reported.

The repair

The vehicles will receive a free software update to monitor the battery’s parameters and alert the driver if a replacement is needed. This remedy should be available in 2Q25.

Owners should receive letters with more information by January 24, 2025, and another one once the remedy is available.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Audi fire recall affects close to 5,000 hybrid cars and SUVs. To do an Audi recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Volkswagen recalls Audis over reduced braking performance

September 16, 2023 Bojan Popic Audi Recalls, Volkswagen Recalls

Auburn Hills, MI – September 16, 2023 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY), which owns the Audi brand, has recalled 7,499 cars with incorrectly labeled brake fluid caps. This may cause the driver to use the wrong type of brake fluid which may hinder the car’s braking ability, upping the risk of a crash.

Vehicles affected by this recall include:

2021 Audi RS6
2021 Audi RS7
2021 Audi S6
2021 Audi S7
2021 Audi A6 Allroad
2019 – 2021 Audi A6
2019 – 2021 Audi A7

Recall summary

The affected vehicles were fitted with a brake fluid cap which has incorrect information regarding the kind of fluid to use.

As a result, the owner may pour the wrong type of fluid into the reservoir which could damage the brake system.

Recall risks

The damage can reduce “braking ability,” increase stopping distance and augment the risk of a crash.

Other VW recalls

There was an Audi recall in November 2022 caused by a partial power loss, as reported.

In May 2023, over 35,000 ID.4 electric SUVs were recalled due to the risk of their doors opening while driving, also as reported.

The repair

Dealers will check the brake reservoir cap and replace it with the corresponding version free of charge.

Owners should receive letters with more information by October 17, 2023.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Nearly 8,000 cars are affected by this Volkswagen brake cap recall. To do a Volkswagen recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Volkswagen recalls more Audi vehicles over reduced engine power

December 8, 2022 Joseph Estabillo Audi Recalls, Volkswagen Recalls

Auburn Hills, MI. – December 8, 2022 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY), which owns the Audi brand, is recalling 50,883 vehicles over a defect that can cause them to experience a partial loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash and injury.

This is the second Audi recall related to this issue.

The recall covers the following models:

2019 – 2022 Audi A6
2020 – 2022 Audi A6 allroad
2019 – 2022 Audi A7
2021 – 2022 Audi RS6 Avant
2021 – 2022 Audi RS7
2020 – 2022 Audi S6
2020 – 2022 Audi S7

Recall summary

The gateway control module enables the vehicle’s different control units to communicate efficiently. In the recalled vehicles, if liquid gets into the control module, it will go into a failsafe mode which was designed to prevent vehicle malfunctions. In this mode, the steering and brakes continue to work, but power to the engine is reduced.

The component involved in this recall is the protective cover for the gateway control module with part number 4K0907578A.

Recall risks

The defect could increase the likelihood of a crash and injury to the car occupants.

Background of the recall

In December 2021, Volkswagen recalled 288,911 Audi vehicles over the same problem. Following that recall, the manufacturer launched “field monitoring” of Audis A6 and A7 to determine if they were affected by the issue as well. As a result of that, Volkswagen received 38 claims alleging reduced engine power and initiated the current recall.

Other Volkswagen recalls

In September, Volkswagen recalled 13,004 2021–2022 Audi Q3 SUVs due to potential fuel spills caused by a damaged vent pipe.

In October, Volkswagen announced a recall for 170,296 2021–2022 Audi vehicles on account of a defective rearview camera display.

The repair

Dealers will install a protective cover on the control module to protect it against water damage. This will be done free of charge.

Owners of affected vehicles will be notified on or around January 20, 2023.

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

More than 50,000 vehicles are affected by this Audi control module issue. To see if your vehicle is among them, or to check for more Volkswagen or Audi recalls, run an Audi recall check using MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Volkswagen latest recalls affect over 600,000 cars. Is yours one of them?

November 25, 2022 Bojan Popic Audi Recalls, Volkswagen Recalls

Washington, D.C. – November 25, 2022 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY), which owns the Audi and Porsche brands, has racked up 27 recalls in the past six months. In total, 634,241 vehicles have been affected by different Volkswagen recalls.

Some of the most prominent ones are included below. Read on to find out if your vehicle is affected.

Airbag issues

In early July, certain Audi sedans had to be recalled because their airbags could explode during deployment in an event of a crash. Almost 30,000 cars were affected by these Volkswagen airbag issues, including:

1998 Audi A8
1997 – 1998 Audi A4

Malfunctioning rearview cameras

At the end of the same month, Volkswagen pulled a large number because their rearview cameras could fail to display an image. In total, 43,091 cars were recalled over this issue. The lengthy list of the affected vehicles includes the following:

2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
2022 Volkswagen Tiguan PA
2021 Volkswagen Jetta NF
2022 Volkswagen Jetta PA
2021 Volkswagen Arteon FL
2022 Volkswagen Taos
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan LWB
2021 – 2022 Volkswagen Atlas FL
2021 – 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

An even larger recall took place in October 2022, when Volkswagen had to pull a range of its models because the rearview camera would show a blank image when reversing. This issue affected 170,296 cars, with the following models being included:

2021 Audi e-Tron
2022 Audi e-Tron GT
2021 – 2022 Audi RSQ8
2021 Audi RS7, RS6 and RS5
2021 Audi S8
2021 Audi A8
2021 Audi SQ8
2021 Audi Q8

The latest Volkswagen rearview camera recalls happened just a few days ago. Here, the problem was with the infotainment system itself, which may become permanently damaged when shut off. This issue affected a total of 6,076 vehicles, including:

2022 Audi A3
2022 Audi A4
2022 Audi A4 Allroad
2022 Audi A5
2022 Audi A5 Cabriolet
2022 Audi A6
2022 Audi A7
2022 Audi e-Tron GT
2022 Audi Q3
2022 Audi Q7
2022 Audi Q8
2022 Audi RS Q8
2022 Audi RS6
2022 Audi RS7
2021 – 2022 Audi A6 Allroad
2021 – 2022 Audi e-tron
2021 –2022 Audi A8

A rearview camera that fails to display an image limits visibility while backing up, which may result in a collision with pedestrians, vehicles or property.

Engine and fuel-system issues

The Volkswagen engine issues and problems with fuel systems caused several recalls over the past six months.

First, in August 2022, there was a batch of Audi SUVs with faulty fuel pumps, which could stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. This recall affected 49,443 vehicles, including:

2020 – 2021 Audi Q7
2029 – 2021 Audi Q8

Issues with the fuel systems caused 13,004 2021-2022 Audi Q3 SUVs to be recalled in September 2022. Here, a damaged vent pipe may lead to increased pressure within the fuel tank, potentially causing the gasoline to be spilled when the cap is removed.

In October 2022, sporty Golf models were recalled because they could have developed a coolant leak. This may result in overheating and stalling, or, in more extreme cases, engine fire. In the end, 8,038 cars had to be recalled over this, including:

2022 – 2023 Volkswagen Golf R A8
2022 – 2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Inoperable tire pressure monitoring system

Just a few days ago, Volkswagen issued one of the largest recent Jetta recalls, which also affected many other models. This was caused by a software error that could prevent the tire pressure monitoring system (TMPS) from detecting tire pressure loss. With 224,704 cars affected, this recall included the following models:

2019 – 2020 Audi A3
2019 – 2021 Volkswagen Atlas
2020 – 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
2019 – 2020 Volkswagen Golf
2019 – 2020 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2019 – 2020 Volkswagen Jetta
2019 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
2019 Volkswagen Golf R
2019 Volkswagen Tiguan
2019 Audi Q3

Is your vehicle part of a recall?

At this moment, various Volkswagen electrical issues and other problems had caused more than 600,000 cars to be recalled in the past six months. To do a Volkswagen recall check and see if yours is affected by any of them, use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Volkswagen recalls Audis over rearview display loss

November 14, 2022 Joseph Estabillo Audi Recalls, Volkswagen Recalls

Auburn Hills, MI – November 14, 2022 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY), which owns the Audi brand, is recalling 6,076 vehicles over a problem with the infotainment display, which also shows the rearview camera image. The screen may fail to show an image when the vehicle starts, increasing the risk of a crash when the vehicle is reversing.

The recall covers some of the following models:

2022 Audi A3
2022 Audi A4
2022 Audi A4 Allroad
2022 Audi A5
2022 Audi A5 Cabriolet
2022 Audi A6
2022 Audi A7
2022 Audi e-tron GT
2022 Audi Q3
2022 Audi Q7
2022 Audi Q8
2022 Audi RS Q8
2022 Audi RS6
2022 Audi RS7
2021 – 2022 Audi A6 Allroad
2021 – 2022 Audi e-tron
2021 –2022 Audi A8

Recall summary

In the affected vehicles, the infotainment unit can become permanently damaged when the ignition is switched off, due to an electrical problem within the unit. The next time the engine is started, the central display may fail to show any images, including the rearview camera feed.

The component involved in this recall is the infotainment main unit with multiple part numbers, including 4J3035092A, 4M2035092B, 8W2035050C and 8Y0035050A.

For the full list of the affected vehicles, please visit the following page.

Recall risks

Other Audi recalls

In April, Volkswagen recalled 26,053 Audi vehicles that could lose engine power while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

In September, Volkswagen recalled 13,004 Audi vehicles following 192 warranty claims due to a damaged part in the fuel tank, which could lead to fuel spills and prevent the fuel tank from being refilled.

The repair

Dealers will replace the main infotainment unit on affected vehicles with a new one, at no cost to the owner. Affected owners will be notified on or around December 25, 2022.

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

More than 6,000 Audi vehicles are affected by these Audi infotainment unit issues. To check for Audi e-tron recalls, Audi A-Class Recalls, Audi S-Class Recalls, and other Audi recalls on your vehicle, run an Audi recall check using MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Volkswagen recalls vehicles over faulty tire pressure monitoring

November 13, 2022 Joseph Estabillo Audi Recalls, Volkswagen Recalls

Auburn Hills, MI – November 13, 2022 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY), which owns the Audi brand, is recalling 224,704 vehicles for a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), which can lead to underinflated tires. This ups the risk of a crash.

The recall covers the following models:

2019 – 2020 Audi A3
2019 – 2021 Volkswagen Atlas
2020 – 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
2019 – 2020 Volkswagen Golf
2019 – 2020 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2019 – 2020 Volkswagen Jetta
2019 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
2019 Volkswagen Golf R
2019 Volkswagen Tiguan
2019 Audi Q3

Recall summary

The TPMS alerts the driver when the car is losing pressure in one or more tires. This allows users to take the appropriate corrective measures, such as reinflating or replacing the tires.

In the affected vehicles, a software problem could prevent the TMPS from detecting air pressure loss in the tires in situations where all four tires are losing air at the same rate. The system may fail to promptly notify the driver that the tires need to be inflated.

The component involved in this recall is the TPMS software with multiple part numbers, including 5Q0.614.517.DS and 5Q0.614.517.EB.

Recall risks

Other Volkswagen recalls

There was an Audi recall last month due to improperly installed passenger airbags, which could fail to deploy properly during a crash, as reported.

In the same month, there was a Volkswagen Golf recall due to the risk of cars overheating and catching fire, also as reported.

There was an Volkswagen Atlas recall in March due to airbags that may deploy slower-than-necessary in a crash. Ironically, three months earlier the manufacturer recalled some of the same models due to airbags that may deploy accidentally even if there is no accident.

The repair

Dealers will update the software on the affected vehicles at no cost to the owner. Affected owners will be notified on or around December 30, 2022.

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

More than 224,000 vehicles are affected by this TPMS software recall. To check for Volkswagen or Audi tire pressure issue recall on your vehicle, use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Volkswagen recalls Audi vehicles over rearview display issue

October 26, 2022 Joseph Estabillo Audi Recalls, Volkswagen Recalls

Auburn Hills, MI – October 26, 2022 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY), which owns the Audi brand, is recalling 170,296 vehicles over a problem with the rearview camera display, which can up the risk of an accident.

The recall covers the following models:

2021 Audi e-tron
2022 Audi e-tron GT
2021– 2022 Audi RSQ8
2021 Audi RS7, RS6 and RS5
2021 Audi S8, S7, S6, S5, S5 Cabriolet and S4
2021 Audi A8, A7, A6, A5, A5 Cabriolet and A4
2021 Audi SQ8, SQ7 and SQ5
2021 Audi Q8, Q7 and Q5

Recall summary

The dashboard screen on the affected models may fail to display the rearview camera image when Reverse gear is engaged, showing only a blank screen. In certain situations, the dashboard main unit could malfunction, leading to no image being shown.

Recall risks

For risks of this recall please visit this article about a similar GM recall.

Other Audi recalls

In September 2022, Volkswagen issued a recall for 13,004 2021-2022 Audi Q3 SUVs over a damaged fuel tank vent pipe that could lead to fuel spills and prevent the vehicle’s fuel tank from being filled.

In December 2021, Volkswagen recalled 288,991 2018-2022 Audi Q5 and SQ5 SUVs over gateway control modules that could sustain water damage, leading the engine to lose power, increasing the risk of accidents.

The repair

Dealers will fix these Audi software issues by updating the infotainment software on the affected vehicles at no cost to owners.

Affected owners will be notified on or around December 2, 2022.

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

More than 170,000 vehicles are affected by this Audi rearview display recall. To check for Audi e-tron recalls or other Audi recalls on your vehicle, run an Audi recall check using MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Volkswagen recalls Audi sedans over defective passenger airbags

October 21, 2022 Joseph Estabillo Audi Recalls, Volkswagen Recalls

Auburn Hills, MI – October 21, 2022 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY), which owns the Audi brand, has issued a recall for 4,117 vehicles on account of incorrectly installed airbags on the front passenger side. The airbag may fail to deploy properly in the event of a collision, upping the risk of injury.

The recall covers the following models:

2022 Audi S3 sedan
2022 Audi RS3 sedan
2022 Audi A3 sedan

Recall summary

When the vehicle experiences a frontal collision with sufficient force, the front passenger airbag is designed to inflate, preventing the passenger from hitting the windshield.

In the affected vehicles, the airbag may not have been correctly folded before being placed into the airbag housing on the dashboard. Consequently, the airbag could tear when it deploys, preventing it from inflating properly.

Recall risks

If the airbag tears when it deploys, it may not inflate properly, augmenting the risk of injury to the passenger.

Other Audi recalls

In April 2022, Volkswagen issued a recall for 26,053 Audi vehicles over an engine issue. The turbocharger on the affected vehicles could be clogged by contaminants and eventually break, causing the engine to lose power and increasing the risk of a crash.

In December 2021, Audi and Volkswagen agreed to pay $42 million as a settlement to owners whose vehicles were outfitted with defective airbags from Takata. This resulted from a class action lawsuit filed in 2014 against the two automakers, and all vehicles involved were part of the massive Takata airbag recall spanning about 100 million airbags worldwide.

Repair

Dealers will replace the front-passenger airbag module with one that contains a properly folded airbag. There will be no charge for this replacement. Affected owners will be notified on or around October 28, 2022.

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

More than 4,000 vehicles are included in this Audi airbag recall. To see if your vehicle is affected, run an Audi recall check using MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Volkswagen recalls Audi SUVs over fuel spill risk

September 24, 2022 Joseph Estabillo Audi Recalls, Volkswagen Recalls

Auburn Hills, MI – September 24, 2022 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY) has issued a recall for 13,004 2021-2022 Audi Q3 SUVs due to a problem with the fuel tank vent pipe. A damaged vent pipe could lead to fuel spills and make it difficult to refuel the car.

The recall comes on the back of 192 warranty claims.

Recall summary

The vent pipe serves to relieve the internal pressure in the fuel tank when it is full.

In the affected vehicles, the vent pipe may have been damaged during assembly, allowing fuel to enter it. When pressure builds within the tank, this fuel could rise toward the fuel tank opening on the outside of the vehicle.

The component involved in this recall is the fuel tank, with part number 5QF 201 021 MD.

Recall risks

When the filler cap is opened, fuel might spill out, increasing the risk of injury. Fuel getting into the vent pipe could also cause the fuel pump to click off too early during refueling, which means the tank will not be completely filled.

Other Volkswagen Audi recalls

Previous Audi Q3 recalls for the 2022 model year addressed issues with the rearview camera image.

In April 2022, Volkswagen recalled 26,053 Audi vehicles over potential loss of engine power, as reported.

In August 2022, Volkswagen also recalled 49,443 Audi Q7 and Q8 SUVs over malfunctioning fuel pumps that could lead to incorrect fuel pressure, rough engine operation or fuel pump failure and stalling.

Repair

Dealers will inspect the fuel system on the affected vehicles and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank and charcoal canister free of charge. Affected owners will be notified on or around November 4, 2022.

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

More than 13,000 Audi vehicles are affected by this Audi fuel tank recall. To see if your vehicle is included, run an Audi recall check using MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Recall summary

Recall risks

Warning signs

Other Volkswagen recalls

The repair

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Recall summary

Recall risks

Safety tips

Other Volkswagen recalls

The repair

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Recall summary

Recall risks

Other VW recalls

The repair

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Recall summary

Recall risks

Background of the recall

Other Volkswagen recalls

The repair

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

Airbag issues

Malfunctioning rearview cameras

Engine and fuel-system issues

Inoperable tire pressure monitoring system

Is your vehicle part of a recall?

Recall summary

Recall risks

Other Audi recalls

The repair

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

Recall summary

Recall risks

Other Volkswagen recalls

The repair

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

Recall summary

Recall risks

Other Audi recalls

The repair

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

Recall summary

Recall risks

Other Audi recalls

Repair

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

Recall summary

Recall risks

Other Volkswagen Audi recalls

Repair

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

Recent Posts

Archives

Categories