2021 AUDI S7 Recalls

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | June 25, 2026

Here is a factual vehicle recall information record for the 2021 Audi S7, based solely on the provided NHTSA data.

Reclia Consumer Safety Record: 2021 Audi S7

Recall Summary
The 2021 Audi S7 has been the subject of ten distinct safety recall campaigns conducted by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi). These recalls address a range of manufacturing defects and software errors that could compromise vehicle safety, including issues with seat belts, air bags, suspension components, braking systems, fuel gauges, rearview cameras, electrical systems, and instrument panel displays. Owners are strongly advised to verify whether their specific vehicle is affected by any of these open recalls and to schedule repairs promptly, all of which are provided free of charge.

Affected Vehicle
This record applies specifically to the 2021 model year Audi S7 manufactured by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. The recalls listed below may also affect other Audi and Volkswagen models, but this summary is limited to the 2021 S7.

Recalled Components and Campaign Details

1. Seat Belts (NHTSA

21V606000): The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, preventing proper child restraint system installation. This violates Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208. Remedy: Dealers inspect and replace middle-rear seat belt assemblies as necessary.

2. Air Bags (NHTSA

21V159000): The passenger air bag score line may be incorrectly manufactured, potentially causing improper deployment or ejection of plastic debris. Remedy: Dealers inspect and repair the passenger air bag score line.

3. Rear Axle Suspension (NHTSA

21V295000): The lock nut on the rear axle trailing arm may break due to stress corrosion, leading to rear axle misalignment and potential loss of control. Remedy: Dealers replace the lock nuts and associated bolts.

4. Tires (NHTSA

22V034000): Following repairs for a prior recall (21V-295), the rear axle alignment may not have been inspected. Misalignment can cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing crash risk. Remedy: Dealers inspect the rear axle, adjust alignment, and replace worn tires.

5. Fuel Gauge (NHTSA

22V155000): The fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel reading. This could lead to an unexpected engine stall due to fuel starvation. Remedy: Dealers install a new fuel level sensor.

6. Rearview Camera (NHTSA

22V742000): A software issue may cause a blank or black screen instead of the rearview camera image when reversing, violating FMVSS No. 111. Remedy: Dealers update the infotainment unit software.

7. Electrical System – Gateway Module (NHTSA

22V861000): Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and shut down the gateway control module, causing a sudden reduction in engine power. Remedy: Dealers install a protective cover over the module.

8. Brake Fluid (NHTSA

23V601000): An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, leading to the potential use of the wrong brake fluid, which can reduce braking ability. Remedy: Dealers inspect and replace the brake fluid reservoir cap if necessary.

9. Instrument Panel Display (NHTSA

25V201000): A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail, preventing the driver from seeing critical safety information like the speedometer or warning lights. Remedy: Dealers update the instrument panel module software.

10. Rearview Camera – Software (NHTSA

25V900000): A separate software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended, again violating FMVSS No. 111. Remedy: Dealers update the vehicle software.

What Owners Should Do
Owners of a 2021 Audi S7 should take the following steps:

– Check for Open Recalls: Visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website at www.nhtsa.gov or call the Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236. Enter your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to see which of these ten recalls are incomplete on your vehicle.
– Contact Audi: Owners may also contact Audi customer service directly at 1-800-253-2834. Reference the specific recall numbers provided (e.g., 69CS, 70i2, 42L1, 42L5, 20DN, 91DZ, 90V2, 47T9, 90VC, 90TV

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