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2021 AUDI e-tron

9 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 #21V707000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your Volkswagen Audi E-Tron Quattro or E-Tron Sportback Quattro's brake booster may be corroded, which can cause several safety features, including the anti-lock braking system (ABS), to stop working.
Risk if Unfixed
If the ABS and other safety features fail, it'll be harder and take longer to stop your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
The dealership will replace the brake booster for free, and you've already been mailed a notification letter on September 30, 2021, but you can also contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 or reference recall number 47R7.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi E-Tron Quattro and E-Tron Sportback Quattro vehicles. Corrosion in the brake booster may cause the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), speedometer display, and brake assist to stop functioning.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of braking assist, ABS, and ESC will increase the effort and distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 47R7.
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Critical #21V569000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The brake system in your E-Tron or E-Tron Sportback Quattro has a small, critical piece called the rotor and shaft that helps you stop. In some models, it may not be properly welded, which could cause it to break apart.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rotor and shaft separate, your vehicle's braking assistance could fail, and you might lose control of the vehicle, especially on the highway or when merging. This could lead to a serious accident.
Free Fix
Your authorized Audi dealer will replace the brake booster for free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice, and it's best done promptly to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 E-Tron Quattro and 2020-2021 Audi E-Tron Sportback Quattro vehicles. An improperly welded rotor and shaft may separate within the integrated brake system.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Separation of the rotor and shaft may cause a reduction in braking assistance and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 14, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47R1.
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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 retractors in your vehicle are designed to lock automatically in a crash to keep a child seat secure. In some 2021 and 2022 models, these retractors might lock too early, making it harder to secure a child seat properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rear seat belt retractors fail, a child restraint system may not work as designed, which could increase the risk of injury to a child in a crash.
Free Fix
Your 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 receive 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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Moderate #23V867000 Plain English
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY THERMAL:MANAGEMENT:SOFTWARE

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The high-voltage battery management software in your Audi E-Tron controls how the battery stays cool while driving. In some 2019-2022 models, this software may not work properly, causing the battery to overheat.
Risk if Unfixed
If the battery overheats, it could catch fire, which could cause a serious accident.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will install new software to monitor the battery's performance and replace any affected parts for free. This repair is free of charge, 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 2020-2022 E-Tron Sportback Quattro and 2019-2022 E-Tron Quattro vehicles. Certain high-voltage battery modules may overheat.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will install onboard diagnostic software to monitor battery module performance, and replace affected battery modules where necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U9 and 93V2.
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Moderate #23V842000 Plain English
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The charging cable in your vehicle is designed to handle high electrical currents while charging your battery. However, some home outlets may not be able to handle this current, which can cause the outlet or cable to overheat.
Risk if Unfixed
If the outlet or charging cable overheats, it could catch fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty charging cable with a new one that has a built-in temperature sensor to prevent overheating - all for free. You should schedule this update as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.
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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
Your vehicle's infotainment system has a touchscreen display that shows you what's behind your car. In some 2021-2022 Audi models, this display may stop working after the car is turned off and won't show you the rearview camera image when you start the car again.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rearview camera display fails, you'll have reduced visibility behind your car, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the infotainment main unit with a new one at no cost to you. Schedule an appointment as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 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 is designed to give you a view behind your car when you're in reverse. However, a software glitch in certain 2019-2026 models might cause the image to not display as it should.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rearview image doesn't show up, you'll have a reduced view behind your vehicle, which could lead to a crash, especially when backing up or parking.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will update the software for the rearview camera system at no cost to you. You should schedule the update as soon as you receive the recall notice in the mail.
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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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Under Review #22V742000 Plain English
Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The rearview camera display on your vehicle is like a second pair of eyes in the back. But on certain Audi models, the software that shows you what's behind you might not work as planned.
Risk if Unfixed
If you put your car in reverse and the display shows a blank or black screen, you'll have reduced visibility of what's behind your vehicle. This could make it harder to avoid a collision.
Free Fix
Your authorized Audi dealer will update the infotainment system software to fix the issue at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice in the mail.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. 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 blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.
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Under Review #21V595000 Plain English
Component

STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's glove box hinge might not be properly attached, which could cause the glove box lid to interfere with the knee air bag during deployment.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag doesn't deploy correctly, you could be at a higher risk of getting hurt in a crash.
Free Fix
Audi will inspect and fix the glove box hinge pin for free, so you don't need to pay a thing. They'll send you a letter with the details, and you can also call them at 1-800-253-2834 with any questions or concerns.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi E-Tron Quattro and E-Tron Sportback Quattro vehicles. The right hinge pin for the glove box cover may not be properly secured, allowing the glove box lid trim to interfere with the knee air bag during deployment.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the glove box, and secure the hinge pin as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 68H6.
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Browse by Component

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

Other AUDI e-tron Years

2024
3 recalls
2023
2 recalls
2022
5 recalls
2020
4 recalls
2019
6 recalls

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