AUDI 2021 AUDI S8 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 AUDI S8
Brand
AUDI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 AUDI S8 vehicles due to engine issues. An engine control module malfunction may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An engine control module malfunction may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026