Quick Takeaways
- Rearview camera malfunction created a safety risk across more than 350,000 Audi vehicles due to a software and signal-integrity flaw.
- Audi and Volkswagen of America are resolving the issue through a fleet-wide over-the-air compatible software update starting February.
On January 5, Audi rearview camera recall activity was formally announced by Volkswagen of America after identifying a software-related malfunction affecting 356,649 Audi vehicles across the 2019 to 2026 model years in the United States. The issue could cause the rearview camera image to not appear correctly when drivers shift into reverse, increasing safety risk.
Why the Audi Rearview Camera Recall Was Triggered
Investigations found that although a single root cause could not be isolated, system analysis pointed to a combination of electrical interference, weakened signal shielding, and software timing conflicts that may disrupt rearview camera performance. Under certain operating conditions, these factors can prevent the video feed from displaying as intended.
Models Included in the Audi Rearview Camera Recall
The recall applies to multiple Audi passenger cars and SUVs, including both combustion and electric models:
How Audi Is Resolving the Rearview Camera Issue
While engineers were diagnosing the issue, Audi developed a reinforced software architecture designed to stabilize camera signal processing and protect it from electrical interference and timing disruptions. This upgraded software will be deployed to all affected vehicles as part of the Audi rearview camera recall service action.
Owner Notification and Repair Timeline
Audi owners of the impacted vehicles will begin receiving official recall notifications in February. Once notified, customers can schedule a service appointment to have the updated software installed, restoring proper rearview camera functionality and ensuring compliance with safety requirements.
Why the Audi Rearview Camera Recall Was Triggered
Investigations found that although a single root cause could not be isolated, system analysis pointed to a combination of electrical interference, weakened signal shielding, and software timing conflicts that may disrupt rearview camera performance. Under certain operating conditions, these factors can prevent the video feed from displaying as intended.
Models Included in the Audi Rearview Camera Recall
The recall applies to multiple Audi passenger cars and SUVs, including both combustion and electric models:
- Audi A6 (2019–2025)
- Audi A7 (2019–2025)
- Audi A8 (2019–2026)
- Audi Q7 (2020–2026)
- Audi Q8 (2019–2026)
- Audi e-tron (2019–2024)
- Audi S6 (2020–2025)
- Audi S7 (2020–2025)
- Audi RS 6 Avant (2021–2026)
- Audi S8 (2020–2026)
- Audi SQ7 (2020–2026)
- Audi RS 7 (2021–2026)
- Audi SQ8 (2020–2026)
- Audi RS Q8 (2020–2026)
- Audi A6 Allroad (2020–2026)
- Audi RS e-tron GT (2022–2026)
- Audi e-tron GT (2022–2026)
- Audi e-tron Sportback (2020–2024)
How Audi Is Resolving the Rearview Camera Issue
While engineers were diagnosing the issue, Audi developed a reinforced software architecture designed to stabilize camera signal processing and protect it from electrical interference and timing disruptions. This upgraded software will be deployed to all affected vehicles as part of the Audi rearview camera recall service action.
Owner Notification and Repair Timeline
Audi owners of the impacted vehicles will begin receiving official recall notifications in February. Once notified, customers can schedule a service appointment to have the updated software installed, restoring proper rearview camera functionality and ensuring compliance with safety requirements.
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