NHTSA Recall 21V159000: Air bags
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,421 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Audi A6.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V159000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 70i2 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Report received | March 10, 2021 |
| Owner notification | March 26, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS6 Avant, RS7, 2020-2021 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, S7, 2019-2021 A6 Sedan, and A7 vehicles. The score line on the passenger air bag may not have been manufactured correctly.
Safety risk
An incorrectly manufactured air bag may not deploy properly, and could also eject plastic debris into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger air bag score line, and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall begin March 26, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70i2.
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 21V159000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Audi A6 | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Audi A6 Allroad | 2020, 2021 |
| Audi A7 | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Audi RS 6 Avant | 2021 |
| Audi RS 7 | 2021 |
| Audi S6 | 2020, 2021 |
| Audi S7 | 2020, 2021 |
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.