Recall 21V-111
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2019 to 2021 Audi A8 and 1 other model: Engine and engine cooling (engine, engine control module (ecu/ecm)); Engine.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-111
- Reported
- February 24, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 238 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is 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.
The risk
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. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-[removed]. Audi's number for this recall is 97EV.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]