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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 26V125📅 Mar 4, 2026

2019 Audi A6 & 2019 Audi A7 + 1 more recall: lane assist

⚠️ What's wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8, Audi A7, and Audi A6 vehicles previously repaired under recall number 25V900. Due to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.

💥 The risk

The driver may be unaware that the lane departure warning system is deactivated and rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 6, 2026.

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
26V125000
Manufacturer recall #
90TW
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Vehicles affected
1,620
Component
LANE DEPARTURE:SOFTWARE
Owner phone
1-800-253-2834
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Mar 13, 2026
Built
Aug 11, 2018 – Jul 4, 2019
Recall started by
MFR

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 26V125 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 26V125?

2019 Audi A6 & 2019 Audi A7 + 1 more. 1,620 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.