NHTSA Recall 23V212000: Camera (forward collision avoidance)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 19 vehicles. It affects 2020 Audi Q7.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V212000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 90N7 |
| Component | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE › SENSING SYSTEM › CAMERA |
| Report received | March 29, 2023 |
| Owner notification | May 10, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020 Q7 vehicles. Incompatibility between the front camera control software and the heating element used for the front camera on the windshield may cause the heating element to overheat.
Safety risk
An overheated heating element can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will update the control software and replace the heater element for the front camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90N7.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V212000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Audi Q7 | 2020 |
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.