2021 AUDI Q7 Recalls

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | June 25, 2026

Recall Summary

The 2021 Audi Q7 has been subject to nine separate recall campaigns conducted by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) between December 2020 and December 2025. These recalls address a range of safety defects affecting critical systems including seat belts, air bags, suspension, tires, fuel delivery, rear visibility, and electronic displays. All recalls are being remedied free of charge by authorized Audi dealers.

Affected Vehicle

This record applies specifically to the 2021 model year Audi Q7. Depending on the specific recall, the vehicle may be included alongside other Audi and Volkswagen models. Owners should verify their vehicle’s involvement by checking their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) against each recall campaign using the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website or by contacting Audi directly.

Recalled Components

The following components have been subject to recall on the 2021 Audi Q7:

1. Seat Belts (Rear/Other: Retractor) – Recall 21V606000: The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate prematurely, preventing proper child restraint system securement. This violates Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208.

2. Air Bags (Air Bag/Restraint Control Module: Software) – Recall 21V078000: The air bag control module may deploy the second stage of the front passenger air bag too quickly when an unbelted child occupies the seat, violating FMVSS No. 208.

3. Suspension (Rear Axle: Non-Powered Axle Assembly) – Recall 21V295000: The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion, potentially causing rear axle misalignment and loss of vehicle control.

4. Tires – Recall 22V034000: Following repairs for a prior recall (21V-295), the rear axle alignment may not have been inspected, leading to premature or uneven tire wear and increased crash risk.

5. Electrical System (Door Crash Sensor) – Recall 20V749000: The electrical connector may detach from the door crash sensor in either front door, delaying activation of side air bags, curtain air bags, and seat-belt pretensioners during a side impact.

6. Fuel System (Gasoline Delivery: Fuel Pump) – Recall 22V516000: A component inside the fuel pump may break, causing fuel pump failure and potential engine stall.

7. Back Over Prevention (Display Function) – Recall 22V742000: A software issue may cause a blank or black screen instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is in reverse, violating FMVSS No. 111.

8. Electrical System (Instrument Cluster/Panel) – Recall 25V201000: A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail, preventing the driver from seeing critical safety information such as speedometer or warning lights.

9. Back Over Prevention (Sensing System: Camera) – Recall 25V900000: A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended, violating FMVSS No. 111.

What Owners Should Do

Owners of a 2021 Audi Q7 should take the following steps:

– Check for open recalls: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter the vehicle’s 17-character VIN, or call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153). This will reveal any unremedied recalls.

– Contact Audi: For any open recall, contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Provide the VIN to confirm eligibility and schedule a free repair at an authorized Audi dealer.

– Understand the remedy: Depending on the recall, the dealer will inspect, replace, or update the affected component at no cost. Repairs include replacing seat belt assemblies, updating air bag control module software, replacing lock nuts and bolts, inspecting and adjusting rear axle alignment, replacing fuel pumps, and updating infotainment or instrument panel software.

– Note recall reference numbers: When contacting Audi, reference the specific recall number(s) provided in the owner notification letters. Key Audi recall numbers for this vehicle include 69CR, 69CS, 42L5, 69BM, 42L1, 69BV, 20DR, 91DZ, 90VC, and 90TV.

– Act promptly: Some recalls, such as those involving fuel pump failure or rear axle lock nut breakage, pose immediate safety risks. Owners should schedule repairs as soon as possible.

– Keep records: After repairs are completed, retain the service documentation for future reference, including when selling the vehicle.

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