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

Engine
Engine And Engine Cooling — Engine — Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm)

Date Announced

FEB 24, 2021

Vehicles Affected

238

Audi Recall #

97EV

NHTSA Campaign #

21V111000

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.

Actions

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.

Documents (10)

• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-1
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Audi Date: March 04, 2021 Repair Available Safety Recall 97EV / Engine Control Module (ECM) Connector
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-2
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - PRI
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2021-4