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2021 AUDI A6 allroad ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Moderate

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issues.

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Safety Recalls

Moderate #25V201000 Plain English
Component

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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other AUDI A6 allroad 2021 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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