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2020 AUDI A7

8 recalls 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
The brake fluid cap in your vehicle is the part that helps you know when to use the right type of brake fluid. In some 2021 Audi models, this cap was installed incorrectly, which can lead to using the wrong type of fluid.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're using the wrong brake fluid, it can make your brakes less effective, increasing the risk of a crash when you need to stop quickly.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will check the brake fluid reservoir cap and replace it if necessary – all at no cost to you. 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 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 is a critical setting that ensures your tires wear evenly. In certain models, the alignment might not have been checked properly after a previous repair, which could lead to uneven tire wear.
Risk if Unfixed
If your rear axle is misaligned, your tires could wear down quickly or unevenly, increasing the risk of a blowout while driving, which could lead to a loss of control and a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will check the rear axle alignment, adjust it if needed, and replace any worn-out tires with new ones – all at no cost to you. 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 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 #21V295000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The lock nut on the rear axle of your vehicle is a critical component that helps keep the wheels properly aligned. In some models, this nut can break due to corrosion, causing the wheels to come loose.
Risk if Unfixed
If the lock nut fails, the rear axle can become misaligned, making it hard to control your vehicle. This could lead to a loss of control and increase the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty lock nut and, if needed, the associated bolts at no cost to you. The repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.
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High Priority #21V159000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The passenger air bag in your vehicle is a safety feature that deploys in the event of a crash. In some 2020-2021 Audi models, the air bag may not be properly manufactured, which could put you at risk in a collision.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag doesn't deploy correctly, you could be injured more severely in a crash. In the worst case, the air bag could even break apart and send sharp plastic fragments into the passenger compartment, putting you at risk of further injury.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will inspect and repair your passenger air bag for free, ensuring it deploys properly in case of an emergency. This repair is on the house, and you should schedule it 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 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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High Priority #20V274000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The passenger air bag in your Audi A6, A6 Allroad, or A7 is a critical safety feature that deploys to cushion you in case of a crash. However, in some 2020 models, the air bag might not open properly because of a problem with the instrument panel.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash and the air bag doesn't deploy correctly, it could leave you more vulnerable to injury. Small plastic parts might even enter the cabin, which could cause additional harm.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the instrument panel with a new one that ensures your air bag deploys safely, and it's absolutely free. 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 2020 Audi A6, A6 Allroad and A7 vehicles. The passenger air bag may not properly deploy through the instrument panel tear seam.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash, the passenger air bag may not properly deploy and inflate, and small plastic parts may enter the cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panels, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 70H6.
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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 many of your car's systems. If liquid spills into the rear seat, it could reach this module and shut it down.
Risk if Unfixed
If the gateway control module fails, your engine power will suddenly drop, making it harder to accelerate, brake, or steer. This increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will install a protective cover to keep liquids out of the gateway control module, free of charge. 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 #22V155000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The fuel level sensor in your vehicle is a small device that tells the dashboard how much gas you have left. In some 2021-2022 RS models and 2020-2022 A6 and S6 models, this sensor can get stuck, showing an incorrect fuel level.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sensor is stuck, the fuel level on your dashboard might not be accurate. This could happen when you're driving, and your engine might stall because it thinks there's more fuel than there really is. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty sensor with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair when you get the recall notice, which was mailed February 17, 2023.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RS6 Avant and RS7, 2020-2022 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, and S7, and 2019-2022 A6 Sedan and A7 vehicles. The fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will install a new sensor in the tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DN.
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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 uses a camera to show you what's behind your car when you're in reverse. In some 2019-2026 models, the camera image might not display correctly due to a software glitch.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rearview camera image doesn't show up, you'll have a harder time seeing what's behind your vehicle when you're reversing, which could lead to a collision.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will update the software for the rearview camera system to fix the issue at no cost to you. Schedule the update as soon as you get the recall notice, so you can have a clear view of what's 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

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

Other AUDI A7 Years

2025
1 recall
2024
1 recall
2023
1 recall
2022
6 recalls
2021
11 recalls
2019
6 recalls
2018
2 recalls
2017
4 recalls
2016
3 recalls
2015
3 recalls
2014
2 recalls
2013
5 recalls
2012
5 recalls

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