Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The instrument cluster in your vehicle is the part that shows you important info like your speed, engine temperature, and warning lights. In some 2021 Audi models, this display could stop working due to a software glitch.
Risk if Unfixed
If the instrument panel display fails, you might not be able to see critical information like your speed or warning lights. This could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will update the software in your instrument panel display, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the 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 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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