The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·22V064000·Announced 2022-02-07

Audi Recalls 2022 Q3 Vehicles for Rearview Camera Software Error

Audi is recalling 2022 Q3 vehicles because a software error may prevent the rearview camera from displaying an image when reversing, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (reduced rear visibility increasing crash risk) where no injuries or illnesses have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 Audi Q3 vehicles. These specific vehicles failed to receive a software update required under a previous recall (21V-825). A software error may prevent the rearview image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters free of charge to correct the issue. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
AUDI Q3
Brand
AUDI
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
665

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • Q3

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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