NHTSA recall 21V-111 (21V111000)
engine recall reported February 24, 2021 - about 238 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V111000
- Also written as
- 21V-111
- Manufacturer number
- 97EV
- Reported
- February 24, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~238
- Component
- engine
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
An engine control module malfunction may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-111 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.