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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 25V900📅 Dec 22, 2025

2019–2026 Audi A8 & 2019–2026 Audi Q8 + 16 more recall: backup camera

⚠️ What's wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

💥 The risk

A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
25V900000
Manufacturer recall #
90TV
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Vehicles affected
356,894
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Owner phone
1-800-253-2834
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 14, 2026
Recall started by
ODI

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 25V900 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 25V900?

2019–2026 Audi A8 & 2019–2026 Audi Q8 + 16 more. 356,894 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Audi dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-253-2834.