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NHTSA recall 21V111000

Engine, Engine And Engine Cooling · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

February 24, 2021report date
238units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi a8 and 2020-2021 Audi s8 vehicles. A missing sealing pin may allow moisture to enter the engine control module connector, possibly causing a control module malfunction.

Why it matters: An engine control module malfunction may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine control module connector for a missing sealing pin, and install it, if necessary. The connector will also be inspected for corrosion, and replaced as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 12, 20121.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2019 Audi A8, 2020 Audi A8, 2021 Audi A8, 2020 Audi S8, 2021 Audi S8.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 21V111000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.