2020 Audi S8 | 2020 Audi A8 | 2021 Audi S8 | 2021 Audi A8 | 2019 Audi A8 — Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm)
Published February 25, 2021 · Recall initiated: February 24, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V111000, published February 25, 2021 and initiated February 24, 2021. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2020 Audi S8 | 2020 Audi A8 | 2021 Audi S8 | 2021 Audi A8 | 2019 Audi A8 — Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm).
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97EV.
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Recall details
- Brand
- AUDI
- Model
- S8
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2020 AUDI S8 | 2020 AUDI A8 | 2021 AUDI S8 | 2021 AUDI A8 | 2019 AUDI A8
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Audi S8 | 2020 Audi A8 | 2021 Audi S8 | 2021 Audi A8 | 2019 Audi A8 — Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm) recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V111000 on February 25, 2021. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97EV.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUDI. Model: S8.