Is the 2021 AUDI A8 safe to drive?

The 2021 AUDI A8 has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

Campaign 21V295000

High Priority Plain English 2021-04-26

What This Recall Means

Component

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

What Happened

The lock nut on your vehicle's rear axle helps keep the wheels properly aligned. In your Audi, it's prone to breaking due to corrosion, especially from stress.

Risk if Unfixed

If the lock nut breaks, your rear axle could become misaligned, making it harder to control your vehicle. This could lead to a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your Audi dealer will replace the lock nut and any affected bolts for free. You'll get a notification letter, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #21V295000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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