NHTSA Recall 21V111000: Engine and engine control module (ecu/ecm) (engine and engine cooling)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 238 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Audi A8.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V111000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 97EV |
| Components | ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) |
| Report received | February 24, 2021 |
| Owner notification | March 12, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
An engine control module malfunction may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V111000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.