Audi 2019 A6, A7, and Q8 Vehicles Recall Due to Software Error
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2019 Audi A6, A7, and Q8 vehicles because of a software issue that may deactivate the lane departure warning system, potentially increasing crash risk.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 9, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8, A7, and A6 vehicles that were previously repaired under recall number 25V900. Due to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects approximately 4,860 units of 2019 Audi A6, A7, and Q8 vehicles that were previously repaired under recall 25V900. The NHTSA campaign number is 26V125000.
What You Should Do
Owners should take their vehicles to dealers for a free software update. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 13, 2026. For more information, contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TW, and vehicle identification numbers involved became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 6, 2026.
Why This Matters
This recall matters because drivers may unknowingly rely on a deactivated lane departure warning system, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Source
This information is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). For details, search for NHTSA campaign number 26V125000 on NHTSA.gov.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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