Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V935000 Reported December 1, 2021

Retaining ring on air suspension struts may loosen

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · Suspension · 10 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V935000
Manufacturer Campaign
42L2
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
10
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 1, 2021
Completion Rate
100.00

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 audi e-tron gt vehicles. the retaining ring on the air suspension struts may come loose.

Safety Consequence

A loose retaining ring may allow air to escape, compromising vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the air suspension struts as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 27, 2022. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 42l2.

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 21V935000 or campaign 42L2.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V935000

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

What is recall 21V935000?

NHTSA recall 21V935000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on December 1, 2021. It addresses: Retaining ring on air suspension struts may loosen. The recall affects approximately 10 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V935000 or the manufacturer campaign number 42L2. 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.