Safety Recall NHTSA · 25V226000 Reported April 9, 2025

Rearview camera image may not display/fmvss 111

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · Back Over Prevention · 98 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
25V226000
Manufacturer Campaign
916C
Component
Back Over Prevention
Vehicles Affected
98
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 9, 2025
Completion Rate
96.94

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2025 sq6 and q6 vehicles. the rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, "rear visibility."

Safety Consequence

A rearview camera with a delayed or deactivated image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will update the rearview camera control unit software, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed may 20, 2025. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 916c.

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 25V226000 or campaign 916C.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 25V226000

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

What is recall 25V226000?

NHTSA recall 25V226000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on April 9, 2025. It addresses: Rearview camera image may not display/fmvss 111. The recall affects approximately 98 vehicles, with the defect involving the Back Over Prevention component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V226000 or the manufacturer campaign number 916C. 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: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.