NHTSA recall 23V-212 (23V212000)
forward collision avoidance recall reported March 29, 2023 - about 19 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V212000
- Also written as
- 23V-212
- Manufacturer number
- 90N7
- Reported
- March 29, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~19
- Component
- forward collision avoidance
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020 Q7 vehicles. Incompatibility between the front camera control software and the heating element used for the front camera on the windshield may cause the heating element to overheat.
Why it is dangerous
An overheated heating element can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will update the control software and replace the heater element for the front camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90N7.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-212 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.