Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V111000 Reported February 24, 2021

Engine control module malfunction

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · N/A · 238 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V111000
Manufacturer Campaign
97EV
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
238
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 24, 2021
Completion Rate
99.16

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 audi a8 and 2020-2021 audi s8 vehicles. a missing sealing pin may allow moisture to enter the engine control module connector, possibly causing a control module malfunction.

Safety Consequence

An engine control module malfunction may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine control module connector for a missing sealing pin, and install it, if necessary. the connector will also be inspected for corrosion, and replaced as necessary. repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began march 12, 20121. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. audi's number for this recall is 97ev.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 21V111000 or campaign 97EV.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V111000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 21V111000?

NHTSA recall 21V111000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on February 24, 2021. It addresses: Engine control module malfunction. The recall affects approximately 238 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V111000 or the manufacturer campaign number 97EV. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.