2021 Audi RS 7 recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Audi RS 7; the most frequently affected component is back over prevention — camera. Owners filed 4 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 6 model years of this model in the database, 2021 ranks #1 for number of recalls.

Recalls2

Complaints4

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Recalls (2)

Back over prevention — CameraCampaign 25V900000 · 19 Dec 2025

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

Electrical system — Instrument cluster/panelCampaign 25V201000 · 31 Mar 2025

Problem: 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.

Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 4 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Electrical system2 · 50%

Power train1 · 25%

Unknown or other1 · 25%

Vehicle speed control1 · 25%

Engine1 · 25%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

While driving, car suddenly started overheating. Warning message asked me to pull over and let the car run idle. However, I was on a free way that was under construction and all shoulders were closed. So no way for me to stop for at least 4 miles. I was afraid that the engine would blow while driving the whole time.…
Power train · Feb 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

The car stopped in the middle of the intersection due to a 48V issue that is back ordered worldwide. It has been in the shop five times in reference to this stopping multiple times in the road.
Electrical system · Sep 2023 · NHTSA complaint record

This website shows the wrong information. Recall was successfully repaired but it shows here as unrepaired.
Electrical system · Oct 2026 · NHTSA complaint record

The car continues to smell like coolant and burns excessive oil. It has been taken in for service. Repairs have been attempted but problem still exists. On one occasion, service records indicate a test drive when the mileage remained the same. The oil consumption test I do not believe was performed correctly as I did…
Engine · Oct 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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