Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #21V111000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V111000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2019-2021 audi a8 and 2020-2021 audi s8 vehicles Includes 238 affected units, Engine Control Module Malfunction, component: ENGINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2019-2021 audi a8 and 2020-2021 audi s8 vehicles

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V111000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2021-02-24T00:00:00
Subject: Engine control module malfunction
Component: Engine
Potentially Affected Units: 238

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 97EV
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: An engine control module malfunction may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 99.16

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NHTSA ID: 21V111000
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