NHTSA Recall 25V201000: Software (electrical system) and instrument cluster/panel (electrical system)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 44,387 vehicles. It affects 14 models including the Audi A6.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V201000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 90VC |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL |
| Report received | March 31, 2025 |
| Owner notification | April 24, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V201000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Audi A6 | 2021 |
| Audi A6 Allroad | 2021 |
| Audi A7 | 2021 |
| Audi A8 | 2021 |
| Audi Q7 | 2021 |
| Audi Q8 | 2021 |
| Audi RS 6 Avant | 2021 |
| Audi RS 7 | 2021 |
| Audi RS Q8 | 2021 |
| Audi S6 | 2021 |
| Audi S7 | 2021 |
| Audi S8 | 2021 |
| Audi SQ7 | 2021 |
| Audi SQ8 | 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.