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2021 AUDI A6 allroad

8 recalls Risk Grade: B+ Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #23V601000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's brake system uses brake fluid to help you stop smoothly. In some 2021 Audi models and certain 2019-2021 models, the brake fluid cap might have been labeled incorrectly, leading to the wrong type of fluid being used.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wrong brake fluid is used, your brakes might not perform as well as they should, which could lead to a longer stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will check the brake fluid reservoir cap and replace it with the correct one, if needed, at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, RS7, RS6 Avant, A6 Allroad, 2019-2021 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47T9.
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High Priority #22V034000 Plain English
Component

TIRES

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The rear axle alignment in your Audi might not have been checked properly after a previous repair, which could cause uneven tire wear on your vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rear axle isn't aligned correctly, your tires could wear down faster or unevenly. This increases the risk of a crash, especially if you lose traction on the road.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will check the rear axle alignment, adjust it if necessary, and replace any worn-out tires for free. You should schedule this repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
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High Priority #21V606000 Plain English
Component

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The rear seat belt in your vehicle has a mechanism called an automatic locking retractor that keeps your child's seatbelt securely fastened. In some 2021 Volkswagen and Audi models, this mechanism can fail prematurely.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your child's seatbelt may not secure properly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized Volkswagen or Audi dealer will inspect and replace the rear seat belt assemblies if needed, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
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High Priority #21V159000 Plain English
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AIR BAGS

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The passenger air bag in your Audi is a safety cushion that inflates in a crash to protect you. In some 2019-2021 A6, A7, and certain S6 and RS models, the air bag's metal lining may not be properly formed.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag doesn't deploy correctly, you could be at risk of serious injury during a crash. In the worst case, sharp plastic pieces could break off and fly into the passenger compartment.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will inspect the air bag and fix any problems for free. You'll be notified by mail, and you can also contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834 with Audi's recall number 70i2.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
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Moderate #25V201000 Plain English
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The instrument cluster is the screen and dashboard lights in your vehicle that show you important info like your speed and warning lights. In some 2021 Audi models, a software bug could cause this display to malfunction.
Risk if Unfixed
If the instrument panel display fails, you won't be able to see critical safety info like your speed or warning lights, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will update the software controlling the instrument panel, making sure the display works properly again – and it's free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
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Moderate #22V861000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The gateway control module in your Audi is like a central computer that helps control various systems. It can be damaged by liquids spilled in the rear seat.
Risk if Unfixed
If liquid gets into the module, it could shut down suddenly, reducing engine power. This could make it harder to control your vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will install a protective cover to prevent damage to the gateway control module, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.
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Moderate #22V806000 Plain English
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EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The infotainment system in your vehicle has a main unit that controls the rearview camera display. In some 2021-2022 Audi models, this unit can get damaged when you turn off the engine, causing the camera display to fail next time you start the car.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rearview camera display is not working, your visibility behind your vehicle is reduced, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the infotainment main unit for free, so schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice – it's on the house.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
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Under Review #25V900000 Plain English
Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The rearview camera system in your vehicle helps you see behind your car when you're backing up. In some 2019-2026 Audi models, a software glitch might cause the camera image to not show up as it should.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rearview image is missing, you'll have a harder time seeing what's behind your vehicle, which could lead to a crash when you're reversing.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will update the software for the rearview camera system, free of charge. This should be done as soon as possible to ensure you have a clear view behind your vehicle.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
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Browse by Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2 recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
TIRES
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall
BACK OVER PREVENTION
1 recall

Other AUDI A6 allroad Years

2026
1 recall
2025
1 recall
2024
1 recall
2023
1 recall
2022
4 recalls
2020
4 recalls

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