Compiled by the Reclia Editorial Team from NHTSA public data | June 25, 2026
📌 NHTSA Recall Summary (Independent Report)
Risk level estimated by Reclia based on NHTSA data; not an official NHTSA or manufacturer rating.
Vehicle: 2025 AUDI Q6 SPORTBACK E-TRON
Open Recalls on File with NHTSA: 1
Hazard Categories: Crash Risk, Engine Stall, Seat Belt Failure
What to do: Contact an authorized dealer to schedule the recall repair.
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Campaign Number(s):
25V899000
⚠️ Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
to confirm if your specific vehicle is affected.
Recall Campaigns on File
| Campaign # | Date Reported | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 25V899000 | 19/12/2025 | SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR |
Recall Summary
According to NHTSA’s recall filing (Campaign Number 25V899000), Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is conducting a recall affecting certain 2025 Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The recall was reported to NHTSA on December 19, 2025, and owner notification letters were mailed on February 16, 2026. Audi has assigned this recall the internal number 69D8. The filing states that the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, “Occupant Crash Protection,” and 209, “Seat Belt Assemblies.”
Affected Vehicle
The recall applies specifically to the 2025 model year Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron. NHTSA’s filing also lists several other Audi models as part of the same recall campaign, including the 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025. Owners can check whether their specific vehicle is included by entering its VIN on the NHTSA website.
Recalled Components & Hazards
The component involved in this recall is the rear seat belt retractor, specifically the automatic locking retractor (ALR) mechanism. According to NHTSA’s summary, the automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. This means that the seat belt may not lock properly to secure a child restraint system, which is required for proper installation of many child seats.
NHTSA’s consequence statement indicates that an improperly secured child seat can increase the risk of injury during a crash. The filing does not specify any reported incidents, injuries, crashes, or fires related to this condition. NHTSA’s filing does not provide an exact failure rate or number of affected vehicles. The recall does not include a “park it” or “park outside” instruction, nor does it indicate that an over-the-air software update is available to address the issue.
What Owners Should Do
Audi will notify owners of affected vehicles by mail. According to NHTSA’s filing, dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owners do not need to pay for the inspection or any required replacement parts or labor.
Owners who have questions or want to confirm whether their vehicle is included in this recall can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 and reference recall number 69D8. Alternatively, owners can check their vehicle’s eligibility by entering the VIN on NHTSA.gov, where VIN lookup became available on December 23, 2025.
Until the repair is completed, NHTSA recommends that owners follow child seat manufacturer instructions carefully. If the automatic locking retractor does not engage as expected, a child seat may not be securely fastened. Owners should not delay scheduling the recall repair once they receive notification. If a vehicle owner believes their dealer is unable or unwilling to perform the recall work promptly, they may contact NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline or file a complaint on the NHTSA website.
This recall information is provided by Reclia, an independent third-party recall-information aggregator. Reclia is not affiliated with NHTSA, Audi, or any government agency, and has no authority to certify, investigate, or verify individual vehicles. For the most current and official information, owners should refer to NHTSA.gov or contact Audi directly.
- Total complaints: 27
- Involving crash: 1
- Involving fire: 0
- Injuries reported: 2
- Deaths reported: 0
Figures are self-reported to NHTSA by vehicle owners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I know if my 2025 AUDI Q6 SPORTBACK E-TRON is affected?
A: Check your VIN against the campaign number(s) on this page, or look it up at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Q: What should I do if my vehicle is recalled?
A: Contact an authorized dealer to schedule the recall repair using the campaign number.
Q: Will the recall repair cost me anything?
A: Recall repairs mandated under federal safety law are performed free of charge by authorized dealers.
Q: How many recalls affect the 2025 AUDI Q6 SPORTBACK E-TRON?
A: NHTSA currently lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this vehicle.
🔹 Brand: All AUDI recalls
🔹 Vehicle Type: Similar vehicles
🔹 Severity: Same risk level
🔹 Related Risks:
→ Crash Risk
→ Engine Stall
→ Seat Belt Failure
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