NHTSA (USA)Medium Risk
At a glance
What can fail
A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying on the screen as intended.
What the fix does
The 2020 Audi A7 has 9 recalls, the most serious including a gateway control module that can shut down after liquid spills in the rear seat, suddenly cutting engine power, and a rear axle lock nut that can break and cause the axle to misalign, leading to loss of control.
Several recalls involve the front passenger airbag. The instrument panel tear seam or score line may not allow the airbag to deploy correctly in a crash, and plastic debris can be ejected into the cabin. Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve this issue, and it is covered across multiple filings. On the fuel system side, the fuel level sender can stick and display an inaccurate reading, potentially causing the engine to stall when the tank runs dry. Rear axle misalignment on certain vehicles can also cause uneven or accelerated tire wear over time. A software error can prevent the rearview camera image from appearing when reversing. There is also a mislabeled brake fluid reservoir cap that can lead to the wrong fluid being used, reducing braking effectiveness.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying on the screen as intended.
What the fix does
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Dealers will update the vehicle software at no cost to restore rearview camera display function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake fluid reservoir cap may be labeled incorrectly, potentially leading to the wrong type of brake fluid being used.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and replace it if needed, at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Liquid spilled in the rear seat can seep into and disable the gateway control module, which manages vehicle electrical systems.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a protective cover over the gateway control module at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel level sender can stick, causing the instrument cluster to display an inaccurate fuel level reading.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a new sensor in the tank at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear axle alignment was not inspected after previous recall repairs were completed, which could result in improper wheel positioning and uneven tire wear.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect rear axle alignment, adjust if needed, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The lock nut securing the trailing arm on the rear axle can break due to stress corrosion, potentially affecting rear suspension stability.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the lock nuts and associated bolts if needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger air bag's score line may not have been manufactured correctly, potentially affecting proper air bag deployment.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the passenger air bag score line and repair it as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger air bag may not deploy correctly through the instrument panel tear seam during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the instrument panel at no cost to restore proper air bag deployment.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The leather covering on the instrument panel may have incorrect seams for the passenger airbag opening. This could prevent the airbag from inflating properly in a crash and may cause plastic pieces to scatter inside the vehicle.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the instrument panel with one that has the correct airbag seams.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
