Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V569000 Reported July 26, 2021

Loss of abs/esc

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · N/A · 498 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V569000
Manufacturer Campaign
47R1
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
498
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 26, 2021
Completion Rate
99.00

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 e-tron quattro and 2020-2021 audi e-tron sportback quattro vehicles. an improperly welded rotor and shaft may separate within the integrated brake system.

Safety Consequence

Separation of the rotor and shaft may cause a reduction in braking assistance and a loss of the antilock brake system (abs) and electronic stability control (esc), increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the brake booster, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed september 14, 2021. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 47r1.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 21V569000 or campaign 47R1.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V569000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 21V569000?

NHTSA recall 21V569000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on July 26, 2021. It addresses: Loss of abs/esc. The recall affects approximately 498 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V569000 or the manufacturer campaign number 47R1. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.