NHTSA recall 22V-861 (22V861000)
electrical system recall reported November 21, 2022 - about 50,883 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V861000
- Also written as
- 22V-861
- Manufacturer number
- 90V2
- Reported
- November 21, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~50,883
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.
Why it is dangerous
A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-861 when calling a dealer.
Affected 8 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.