Electrical systemRecall 22V-861 · Audi vehicles
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 22V-861 covers 50,883 Audi vehicles for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on November 21, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q4) shows 94% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V861000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
94%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.