Safety Recall 42L1 / Rear Axle Trailing Arm Lock Nut – 2020-2021 Audi

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The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
June 2021 – Audi Customer Protection 42L1 Page 1 of 1
42L1 Campaign Tip
Wind Deflector Pins
This notice is for:
 Dealer Principal
 Sales Manager
 Service Manager
 Parts Manager
 Warranty Administrator
 Technicians
Date June 17, 2021
Issue Wind deflector retaining pins are damaged when removing the wind deflector
Resolution Observe the following to avoid permanently damaging the wind deflect retaining pins:
 Do not use excessive force when attempting to pull
out locking pin <1> from the front side of the lower
wind deflector.
 If the locking pin cannot be easily pulled out, the
entire pin can be driven out from the back side (rear
of lower control arm) with light force from a hammer.
 Once the entire pin is removed, the center locking
pin can be pressed out into the correct installation
position, and the pin can be reused.
Additional
Information
IMPORTANT REMINDER: VEHICLES AFFECTED BY SAFETY & COMPLIANCE RECALLS
New Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: It is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to deliver a new motor vehicle
or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by this notification under a
sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied. By law, dealers must correct, prior to delivery
for sale or lease, any vehicle that fails to comply with an applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
or that contains a defect relating to motor vehicle safety.
Pre-Owned Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: Dealers should not deliver any pre-owned vehicles in their
inventory which are involved in a safety or compliance recall until the defect has been remedied.

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The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Safety Recall
Code: 42L1 REVISION
Subject Rear Axle Trailing Arm Lock Nut
Release Date November 24, 2021
REVISION SUMMARY On November 19, 2021, vehicles showing this recall open in ELSA were assigned
new criteria as shown in the chart below.
New Criteria Original Criteria
01 F5, 8W
02 FY, 4A, 4K, Q7, Q8 or A8
Parts information, claiming and work instructions in this circular have been
updated accordingly.
Affected Vehicles Country Beginning
Model Year
Ending Model
Year Vehicle Vehicle
Count
USA 2020 2021 A4 ALLROAD 442
USA 2020 2021 A4 SEDAN 5,097
USA 2020 2021 A5 CABRIOLET 433
USA 2020 2021 A5 COUPE 469
USA 2019 2021 A5 SPORTBACK 2,148
USA 2020 2021 A6 ALLROAD 371
USA 2020 2021 A6 SEDAN 2,760
USA 2020 2021 A7 254
USA 2020 2021 A8 282
USA 2020 2021 Q5 19,246
USA 2021 2021 Q5 SPORTBACK 3
USA 2021 2021 Q7 2,727
USA 2021 2021 Q8 1,156
USA 2019 2021 RS5 COUPE 76
USA 2019 2021 RS5 SPORTBACK 157
USA 2021 2021 RS6 AVANT 176
USA 2021 2021 RS7 270
USA 2021 2021 RS Q8 116
USA 2020 2021 S4 SEDAN 498
USA 2020 2021 S5 CABRIOLET 142
USA 2020 2021 S5 COUPE 129
USA 2019 2021 S5 SPORTBACK 839
USA 2020 2021 S6 SEDAN 293
USA 2020 2021 S7 167
The information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures
are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether
this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi Group of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
November 2021 42L1 Page 2 of 16
USA 2020 2021 S8 90
USA 2020 2021 SQ5 2,649
USA 2021 2021 SQ5 SPORTBACK 3
CAN 2020 2021 A4 ALLROAD 62
CAN 2020 2021 A4 SEDAN 842
CAN 2020 2020 A5 CABRIOLET 24
CAN 2020 2020 A5 COUPE 52
CAN 2019 2021 A5 SPORTBACK 403
CAN 2020 2021 A6 ALLROAD 28
CAN 2020 2021 A6 SEDAN 44
CAN 2020 2021 A7 18
CAN 2020 2021 A8 5
CAN 2020 2021 Q5 2,745
CAN 2021 2021 Q5 SPORTBACK 1
CAN 2021 2021 Q7 132
CAN 2021 2021 Q8 113
CAN 2019 2021 RS5 COUPE 21
CAN 2021 2021 RS5 SPORTBACK 10
CAN 2021 2021 RS6 AVANT 37
CAN 2021 2021 RS7 23
CAN 2021 2021 RS Q8 41
CAN 2020 2021 S4 SEDAN 85
CAN 2020 2021 S5 CABRIOLET 20
CAN 2020 2021 S5 COUPE 75
CAN 2020 2021 S5 SPORTBACK 265
CAN 2020 2021 S6 SEDAN 23
CAN 2020 2021 S7 12
CAN 2020 2021 S8 8
CAN 2020 2021 SQ5 306
CAN 2021 2021 SQ5 SPORTBACK 1
Check Campaigns/Actions screen in Elsa on the day of repair to verify that a VIN qualifies for repair under this
action. Elsa is the only valid campaign inquiry & verification source.
 Campaign status must show “open.”
 If Elsa shows other open action(s), inform your customer so that the work can also be completed at
the same time the vehicle is in the workshop for this campaign.
Problem Description Due to stress corrosion cracking on lock nuts of particular production batches, the nut of the
eccentric bolt on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break which may cause alterations in the
wheel alignment of the rear axle. This could be noticed by a steering wheel misalignment when
driving straight ahead or by the vehicle pulling to one side when braking or accelerating.
It cannot be ruled out that the rear axle could suddenly and uncontrollably move in the wrong
direction at higher speeds. This can lead to a loss of vehicle control and a crash without warning.
Corrective Action The affected lock nut will be replaced. If the screw connection is already damaged, it will be
replaced completely.
Precautions If this condition is present in the vehicle, the driver may notice a steering wheel misalignment
when driving straight ahead or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking or accelerating.
The information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures
are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether
this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi Group of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
November 2021 42L1 Page 3 of 16
Should this occur, owners are advised to contact an authorized Audi dealer without delay and
make arrangements to have the vehicle inspected/repaired.
Code Visibility
On or about May 28, 2021, the campaign code was applied to affected vehicles.
Owner Notification Owner notification will take place in June 2021. Owner letter examples are included in this
bulletin for your reference.
Additional Information Please alert everyone in your dealership about this action, including Sales, Service, Parts
and Accounting personnel. Contact Warranty if you have any questions.
IMPORTANT REMINDER ON VEHICLES AFFECTED BY SAFETY & COMPLIANCE RECALLS
New Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: It is a violation of federal law for a dealer to deliver a new
motor vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered
by this notification under a sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied. By
law, dealers must correct, prior to delivery for sale or lease, any vehicle that fails to comply
with an applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard or that contains a defect relating to
motor vehicle safety.
Pre-Owned Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: Dealers should not deliver any pre-owned vehicles
in their inventory which are involved in a safety or compliance recall until the defect has been
remedied.
Dealers must ensure that every affected inventory vehicle has this campaign completed before
delivery to consumers.
The information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures
are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether
this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi Group of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
November 2021 42L1 Page 4 of 16
Parts Information
Parts Control Type:
Upper Order Limit
Parts will be managed with a weekly Upper Order Limit. Please see Parts On
Command (POC) for your Upper Order Limit quantity.
Initial Allocation:
YES
Dealers will be sent an initial allocation prior to customer notification. If no initial
allocation was received, please reference the Repair Projection Tool (below) to view
your potential VIN population.
Repair Projection Tool:
(right click to open)
Criteria Quantity Part Number P.O.C. Part Description Ordering Method
02 4
WHT-010-234 FLANGE NUT UOL
01 2
NOTE
The specified part numbers reflect the status at the start of this action. Interim updates made in ETKA can cause a
listed part number to become unavailable. In this case, the new part number specified in ETKA should be used.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
November 2021 42L1 Page 5 of 16
Claim Entry Instructions
The labor times listed here may differ from the labor operations and labor times listed in ELSA.
After campaign has been completed, enter claim as soon as possible to help prevent work from being duplicated
elsewhere. Attach the Elsa screen print showing action open on the day of repair to the repair order.
If customer refused campaign work:
 U.S. dealers: Submit the request through Audi Warranty Online under the Campaigns/Update option.
 Canada dealers: Upload the repair order [signed by customer] to Audi WIN/Operations/Campaign Closure.
Service Number 42L1
Damage Code 0099
Parts Vendor Code 002
Claim Type Sold vehicle: 7 10
Unsold vehicle: 7 90
Causal Indicator Mark FLANGE NUT* as causal part
Vehicle Wash/Loaner Do not claim wash/loaner under this action
IMPORTANT NOTE
On November 19, 2021, vehicles showing this recall open in ELSA were
assigned new criteria as shown in the chart below. Please enter only the new
criteria on the claim.
New Criteria Original Criteria
01 F5, 8W
02 FY, 4A, 4K, Q7, Q8 or A8
Criteria I.D. 01
LABOR
Labor Op Time Units Description
4211 55 99 120 Replace control arm nuts
PARTS
Quantity Part Number Description
2.00 WHT010234 FLANGE NUT*
Criteria I.D. 02
LABOR
Labor Op Time Units Description
4211 56 99 130 Replace control arm nuts
PARTS
Quantity Part Number Description
4.00 WHT010234 FLANGE NUT*
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
November 2021 42L1 Page 6 of 16
Customer Letter Example (USA)

This notice applies to your vehicle: ,
NHTSA: 21V295
Subject: Safety Recall 42L1 – Rear Axle Trailing Arm Lock Nut
Dear Audi Owner,
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Audi has decided that a
defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2019-2021 model year Audi vehicles. Our records show that
you are the owner of a vehicle affected by this action.
What is the issue? Due to stress corrosion cracking on lock nuts of particular production batches, the nut of the
excentric bolt on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break which may cause alterations in the
wheel alignment of the rear axle. This could be noticed by a steering wheel misalignment when
driving straight ahead or by the vehicle pulling to one side when braking or accelerating.
The rear axle could suddenly and uncontrollably move in the wrong direction at higher speeds.
This can lead to a loss of vehicle control and a crash without warning.
What will we do? To correct this defect, your authorized Audi dealer will replace the affected lock nut. If the screw
connection is already damaged, it will be replaced completely. This work will take about an
hour to complete and will be performed for you free of charge. Please keep in mind that your
dealer may need additional time for the preparation of the repair, as well as to
accommodate their daily workshop schedule.
What should you do? Please contact your authorized Audi dealer without delay to schedule this recall repair. For
your convenience, you can also visit www.audiusa.com and click on the “Find a Dealer” link to
locate a dealer near you and schedule this service.
Precautions you
should take
If this condition is present in the vehicle, the driver may notice a steering wheel
misalignment when driving straight ahead or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking
or accelerating. Should this occur, owners are advised to contact an authorized Audi
dealer without delay and make arrangements to have the vehicle inspected/repaired.
Lease vehicles and
address changes
If you are the lessor and registered owner of the vehicle identified in this action, the law requires
you to forward this letter immediately via first-class mail to the lessee within ten (10) days of
receipt. If you have changed your address or sold the vehicle, please fill out the enclosed
prepaid Owner Reply card and mail it to us so we can update our records.
Can we assist you
further?
If your authorized Audi dealer fails or is unable to complete this work free of charge within a
reasonable time, please contact Audi Customer Experience at 1-800-253-2834 or via our
“Contact Us” page at www.audiusa.com.
Checking your vehicle
for open Recalls and
Service Campaigns
To check your vehicle’s eligibility for repair under this or any other recall/service campaign,
please visit the Recall/Service Campaign Lookup tool at www.audiusa.com and enter your
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
If you still cannot obtain satisfaction, you may file a complaint with: The Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590; or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-
888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to https://www.safercar.gov.
We apologize for any inconvenience this matter may cause; however we are taking this action to help ensure your safety
and continued satisfaction with your vehicle.
Sincerely,
Audi Customer Protection
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
November 2021 42L1 Page 7 of 16
Customer Letter Example (Canada)

This notice applies to your vehicle: ,
Transport Canada Recall: 2021249
Subject: Safety Recall 42L1 – Rear Axle Trailing Arm Lock Nut
Dear Audi Owner,
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. This is to inform you
that your vehicle may contain a defect that could affect the safety of a person. Our records show that you are the
owner of a vehicle affected by this action.
What is the issue? Due to stress corrosion cracking on lock nuts of particular production batches, the nut of the
excentric bolt on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break which may cause alterations in the
wheel alignment of the rear axle. This could be noticed by a steering wheel misalignment when
driving straight ahead or by the vehicle pulling to one side when braking or accelerating.
It cannot be ruled out that the rear axle could suddenly and uncontrollably move in the wrong
direction at higher speeds. This can lead to a loss of vehicle control and a crash without warning.
What will we do? To correct this defect, your authorized Audi dealer will replace the affected lock nut. If the screw
connection is already damaged, it will be replaced completely. This work will take about an
hour to complete and will be performed for you free of charge. Please keep in mind that your
dealer may need additional time for the preparation of the repair, as well as to
accommodate their daily workshop schedule.
What should you do? Please contact your authorized Audi dealer without delay to schedule this recall repair.
Precautions you
should take
If this condition is present in the vehicle, the driver may notice a steering wheel
misalignment when driving straight ahead or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking
or accelerating. Should this occur, owners are advised to contact an authorized Audi
dealer without delay and make arrangements to have the vehicle inspected/repaired.
Lease vehicles and
address changes
If you are the lessor and registered owner of the vehicle identified in this letter, you shall
forward this letter (and any subsequent notice, if applicable) to the lessee within ten (10)
days of receipt. If you have changed your address or sold the vehicle identified in this
letter, please fill out the enclosed prepaid Owner Reply Card and mail it to us so we can
update our records.
Can we assist you
further?
If your authorized Audi dealer fails or is unable to complete this work free of charge within
a reasonable time, please contact Audi Customer Relations Monday through Friday from
8AM to 8PM EST at 1-800-822-2834 or via our “Contact Audi Canada” page at
www.audi.ca.
We apologize for any inconvenience this matter may cause; however we are taking this action to help ensure your
safety and continued satisfaction with your vehicle.
Sincerely,
Audi Customer Protection
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
November 2021 42L1 Page 8 of 16
Repair Overview
Repair Overview
 A4 and A5 variants: Replace left and right
control arm nuts at the connection to the
subframe.
 All other models: Replace left and right control
arm nuts at the subframe and at the wheel
bearing housing.
NOTE
 These repair instructions may differ from the labor operations and labor times listed in ELSA.
 Damages resulting from improper repair or failure to follow these work instructions are the dealer’s
responsibility and are not eligible for reimbursement under this action.
 This procedure must be read in its entirety prior to performing the repair.
 Due to variations in vehicle equipment and options, the steps/illustrations in this work procedure may not
identically match all affected vehicles.
 Diagnosis and repair of pre-existing conditions in the vehicle are not covered under this action.
 When working during extreme temperatures, it is recommended that the vehicle be allowed to acclimate
inside the shop to avoid temperature-related component damage/breakage.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
November 2021 42L1 Page 9 of 16
Repair Instruction
Section A – Check for Previous Repair
 Enter the VIN in Elsa and proceed to the
“Campaign/Action” screen.
TIP
On the date of repair, print this screen and keep a
copy with the repair order.
 Confirm the Campaign/Action is open . If the status is closed, no further work is
required.
 Note the Applicable Criteria ID for
use in determining the correct work to be done
and corresponding parts associated.
CRITICAL REPAIR STEP
STOP!
If multiple software update Campaign/Actions are
open, they must be performed in order of the Start
date . The oldest should be performed
first.
 All Safety Recalls must be completed prior
to completing this campaign.
Vehicles with Criteria 01:
 Proceed to Section B
Vehicles with Criteria 02:
 Proceed to Section C
NOTE
On November 19, 2021, vehicles showing this recall open in ELSA were assigned
new criteria as shown in the chart below.
New Criteria Original Criteria
01 F5, 8W
02 FY, 4A, 4K, Q7, Q8 or A8
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Section B – Repair Procedure for Criteria 01 (replace 2 nuts)
NOTE
All work in this campaign is performed with the
vehicle on the wheel alignment platform.
 Perform an initial wheel alignment
measurement:
o Refer to your Alignment Equipment
Instructions and ELSA Repair Manual:
Repair manual > Chassis >
Suspension, Wheels, Steering > 44
Wheels, Tires, Wheel Alignment
CAUTION
STOP!
 The customer must be informed immediately if
there is an issue with the wheel alignment.
 Incorrect wheel alignment is treated as a preexisting
issue, which occurred prior to the
campaign.
 Therefore, the cost of performing a wheel
alignment will not be covered by this action.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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 The nuts at connection <1> of both rear lower
control arms <2> will be replaced.
CRITICAL REPAIR STEP
STOP!
 When replacing the nut for threaded connection
<1> the camber must be adjusted via the
eccentric threaded connection <1> back to the
same degree of accuracy as the original
camber and toe setting measured during the
initial measurement.
 Tolerance = 2 angular minutes
 Counterhold the bolt and torque the new nut to
140 Nm.
NOTE
It is not normally necessary to adjust the toe setting
directly.
 A record of the measurements (initial and final
measurements) must be archived at the
dealer.
NOTE
The assist systems do not have to be calibrated
since no adjustments have been made to the
suspension.
NOTE
The example illustration shows an RS Q8.
Proceed to Section D
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Section C – Repair Procedure for Criteria 02 (replace 4 nuts)
NOTE
All work in this campaign is performed with the
vehicle on the wheel alignment platform.
 Perform an initial wheel alignment
measurement:
o Refer to your Alignment Equipment
Instructions and ELSA Repair Manual:
Repair manual > Chassis >
Suspension, Wheels, Steering > 44
Wheels, Tires, Wheel Alignment
CAUTION
STOP!
 The customer must be informed immediately if
there is an issue with the wheel alignment.
 Incorrect wheel alignment is treated as a preexisting
issue, which occurred prior to the
campaign.
 Therefore, the cost of performing a wheel
alignment will not be covered by this action.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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 If necessary, remove the wind deflectors from
the control arm to access the connections:
o Release the retainers in direction of
and remove the retaining pin
<1>.
o Remove the wind deflector <2> from
the lower control arm.
NOTE
 Do not use excessive force when attempting to
pull out locking pin <1> from the front side of
the lower wind deflector.
 If the locking pin cannot be easily pulled out,
the entire pin can be driven out from the back
side (rear of lower control arm) with light force
from a hammer.
 Once the entire pin is removed, the center
locking pin can be pressed out into the correct
installation position, and the pin can be reused.
 The center mandrel must be in the correct
position before the securing pin can be reused.
 The illustration on the left shows the
preparation of the securing pin for reinstallation.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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CAUTION
STOP!
 The outer nuts <2> on BOTH right and left lower
control arms must both be replaced before
replacing nuts <1>.
 Do not continue on with any other steps until
outer nuts <2> are replaced and torqued to
specification.
 Counterhold the bolt when loosening and
tightening the new nut for connection <2>.
 Torque nut for connection <2> to 130 Nm +
180°.
NOTE
Contrary to the ELSA repair manual, the bolt at
connection <2> does not require replacement.
CRITICAL REPAIR STEP
STOP!
 When replacing the nut for threaded connection
<1> the camber must be adjusted via the
eccentric threaded connection <1> back to the
same degree of accuracy as the original
camber and toe setting measured during the
initial measurement.
 Tolerance = 2 angular minutes
 Counterhold the bolt and torque the new nut to
140 Nm.
NOTE
It is not normally necessary to adjust the toe setting
directly.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
November 2021 42L1 Page 15 of 16
 A record of the measurements (initial and final
measurements) must be archived at the
dealer.
NOTE
The assist systems do not have to be calibrated
since no adjustments have been made to the
suspension.
NOTE
The example illustration shows an RS Q8.
 Reinstall the wind deflector in the reverse
order of removal, if necessary.
Proceed to Section D
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2021 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
November 2021 42L1 Page 16 of 16
Section D – Campaign Completion Stamp
Item#: AUD4927ENG
-ORItem
# AUD4927FRE
 Once the campaign has been completed,
the technician should stamp the repair
order.
 Stamps are available for ordering through
the Compliance Label Ordering Portal.
 Proceed to Section E
\Section E – Parts Return/Disposal
Properly store (retain), destroy or dispose of removed parts in accordance with all state/province and local
requirements, unless otherwise indicated and/or requested through the Warranty Parts Portal (WPP) for U.S. and
the Part Destruction and Core Disposition Report for Canada.

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42L1 USA
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL

This notice applies to your vehicle: ,
NHTSA: 21V295
Subject: Safety Recall 42L1 – Rear Axle Trailing Arm Lock Nut
Dear Audi Owner,
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Audi has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2019-
2021 model year Audi vehicles. Our records show that you are the owner of a vehicle affected
by this action.
What is the issue? Due to stress corrosion cracking on lock nuts of particular production
batches, the nut of the excentric bolt on the trailing arm of the rear axle
may break which may cause alterations in the wheel alignment of the
rear axle. This could be noticed by a steering wheel misalignment when
driving straight ahead or by the vehicle pulling to one side when braking
or accelerating.
The rear axle could suddenly and uncontrollably move in the wrong
direction at higher speeds. This can lead to a loss of vehicle control and
a crash without warning.
What will we do? To correct this defect, your authorized Audi dealer will replace the
affected lock nut. If the screw connection is already damaged, it will be
replaced completely. This work will take about an hour to complete and
will be performed for you free of charge. Please keep in mind that your
dealer may need additional time for the preparation of the repair, as well
as to accommodate their daily workshop schedule.
What should you do? Please contact your authorized Audi dealer without delay to schedule
this recall repair. For your convenience, you can also visit
www.audiusa.com and click on the “Find a Dealer” link to locate a
dealer near you and schedule this service.
Precautions you
should take
If this condition is present in the vehicle, the driver may notice a steering
wheel misalignment when driving straight ahead or the vehicle pulling to
one side when braking or accelerating. Should this occur, owners are
advised to contact an authorized Audi dealer without delay and make
arrangements to have the vehicle inspected/repaired.
Audi of America, Inc.
3800 Hamlin Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
+1 800 253 2834
www.audiusa.com
Audi of America, Inc.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
Lease vehicles and
address changes
If you are the lessor and registered owner of the vehicle identified in this
action, the law requires you to forward this letter immediately via firstclass
mail to the lessee within ten (10) days of receipt. If you have
changed your address or sold the vehicle, please fill out the enclosed
prepaid Owner Reply card and mail it to us so we can update our
records.
Can we assist you
further?
If your authorized Audi dealer fails or is unable to complete this work
free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact Audi Customer
Experience at 1-800-253-2834 or via our “Contact Us” page at
www.audiusa.com.
Checking your
vehicle for open
Recalls and Service
Campaigns
To check your vehicle’s eligibility for repair under this or any other
recall/service campaign, please visit the Recall/Service Campaign
Lookup tool at www.audiusa.com and enter your Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN).
If you still cannot obtain satisfaction, you may file a complaint with: The Administrator, National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590;
or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to
https://www.safercar.gov.
We apologize for any inconvenience this matter may cause; however we are taking this action to
help ensure your safety and continued satisfaction with your vehicle.
Sincerely,
Audi Customer Protection
42L1 USA
IMPORTANTE LLAMADO A REVISIÓN POR SEGURIDAD

<DIRECCIÓN DEL CLIENTE>
<CIUDAD, ESTADO Y CÓDIGO POSTAL DEL CLIENTE>
Este aviso se aplica a su vehículo: <LÍNEA>,
Administración Nacional de Seguridad del Tráfico en las Carreteras (NHTSA): 21V295
Asunto: Llamado a revisión por seguridad 42L1 – Tuerca de fijación del brazo reactor del eje trasero
Estimado propietario de un Audi:
Le enviamos este aviso de conformidad con la Ley Nacional de Seguridad del Tráfico y Vehículos
Motorizados. Audi determinó que hay un defecto relacionado con la seguridad de los vehículos
motorizados en ciertos vehículos Audi modelo 2019-2021. Nuestros registros muestran que usted
es propietario de un vehículo afectado por esta acción.
¿Cuál es el
problema?
Debido al agrietamiento por corrosión bajo tensión que presentan las
tuercas de fijación de ciertos lotes de producción, la tuerca del perno
excéntrico del brazo reactor del eje trasero puede romperse, lo cual
puede causar alteraciones en la alineación de las ruedas del eje
trasero. Esto podría notarse porque el volante se desalinea al conducir
en línea recta o porque el vehículo se desplaza hacia un lado al frenar
o acelerar.
El eje trasero pueda moverse de manera repentina e incontrolable en
la dirección incorrecta a velocidades más altas. Esto puede ocasionar
que el conductor pierda el control del vehículo y choque
inadvertidamente.
¿Qué vamos a
hacer?
Para corregir este defecto, su concesionaria autorizada Audi
reemplazará la tuerca de fijación afectada. Si la conexión roscada ya
está dañada, se reemplazará por completo. Este trabajo tomará
aproximadamente una hora y se realizará de forma gratuita. Tenga en
cuenta que su concesionaria puede necesitar más tiempo para
preparar la reparación, así como para adaptar el cronograma diario
del taller.
¿Qué debe hacer
usted?
Comuníquese de inmediato con su concesionaria autorizada de Audi
para programar esta reparación por llamado a revisión. Para su
comodidad, también puede visitar www.audiusa.com y hacer clic en el
enlace “Buscar una concesionaria” para ubicar una concesionaria
cerca de usted y programar este servicio.
¿Qué precauciones
debe tomar?
Si esta condición está presente en el vehículo, el conductor podría no
darse cuenta de que el volante se desalinea al conducir en línea recta
o de que el vehículo se desplaza hacia un lado al frenar o acelerar. Si
esto llega a ocurrir, se recomienda a los propietarios que se
Audi of America, Inc.
3800 Hamlin Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
+1 800 253 2834
www.audiusa.com
Audi of America, Inc.
IMPORTANTE LLAMADO A REVISIÓN POR SEGURIDAD
comuniquen con una concesionaria Audi autorizada de inmediato para
programar la inspección o reparación del vehículo.
Vehículos en
arrendamiento y
cambios de dirección
Si usted es el arrendador y propietario registrado del vehículo que se
identifica en esta acción, la ley requiere que le reenvíe esta carta
inmediatamente por first-class mail al arrendatario en un plazo de diez
(10) días a partir de que la reciba. Si cambió de dirección o vendió el
vehículo, llene la tarjeta prepagada de respuesta del propietario que
se adjunta a esta carta y envíenosla por correo para poder actualizar
nuestros registros.
¿Hay algo más en lo
que le podamos
ayudar?
Si su concesionaria autorizada Audi no logra o no puede completar
este trabajo de forma gratuita en un plazo razonable, comuníquese
con el área de Experiencia del cliente de Audi al 1-800-253-2834 o
mediante nuestra página “Contáctenos” en www.audiusa.com.
Verificar si hay
alguna campaña de
servicio y llamado a
revisión relacionada
con su vehículo
Para verificar la elegibilidad de su vehículo para reparación de
conformidad con esta o cualquier otra campaña de servicio o llamado
a revisión, visite la herramienta de Búsqueda de campañas de
servicio o llamado a revisión en www.audiusa.com e ingrese su
Número de identificación del vehículo (VIN).
Si aún no queda satisfecho, puede presentar una queja ante: The Administrator, National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590; o
puede llamar a la línea directa sin costo sobre seguridad de los vehículos al 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); o puede visitar la página https://www.safercar.gov.
Lamentamos cualquier inconveniente que este asunto le pueda ocasionar; sin embargo,
tomamos esta medida para ayudar a garantizar su seguridad y satisfacción continua con el
vehículo.
Atentamente,
Protección al cliente de Audi

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AUDI DEALER COMMUNICATION
Ensure all dealership personnel are aware of this notice so they are able to address customer questions. Contact Warranty if you require
additional assistance. Direct press inquiries to Audi Public Relations.
Audi Customer Protection 42L1_DLR_LAUNCH
Repair Available – Safety Recall 42L1 / Rear Axle Trailing Arm Lock Nut
This notice is for:  Dealer Principal
 General Manager
 Sales Managers
 Service Manager
 Parts Manager
 Service Advisor
 Warranty Administrator
 Technicians
Date: May 28, 2021
Issue: Due to stress corrosion cracking on lock nuts of particular production batches, the nut of the
excentric bolt on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break which may cause alterations in the
wheel alignment of the rear axle. This could be noticed by a steering wheel misalignment when
driving straight ahead or by the vehicle pulling to one side when braking or accelerating. It
cannot be ruled out that the rear axle could suddenly and uncontrollably move in the wrong
direction at higher speeds. This can lead to a loss of vehicle control and a crash without warning.
Precautions If this condition is present in the vehicle, the driver may notice a steering wheel misalignment
when driving straight ahead or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking or accelerating.
Should this occur, owners are advised to contact an authorized Audi dealer without delay and
make arrangements to have the vehicle inspected/repaired.
Repair:  REPAIR AVAILABLE – May 28, 2021 – The affected lock nut will be replaced. If the
screw connection is already damaged, it will be replaced completely.
 See ELSA/ServiceNet for complete repair & claiming instructions
 Check daily campaign open inventory report or OMD for affected vehicles in
inventory
 Repair every affected inventory vehicle before delivery to consumers.
Parts Department: Dealers will be sent an initial allocation prior to customer notification. If no initial allocation
was received, please reference the Repair Projection Tool in the campaign circular to
view your potential VIN population.
Affected Vehicles Country Beginning
Model Year
Ending Model
Year Vehicle Vehicle
Count
USA 2020 2021 A4 ALLROAD 442
USA 2020 2021 A4 SEDAN 5,097
USA 2020 2021 A5 CABRIOLET 433
USA 2020 2021 A5 COUPE 469
USA 2019 2021 A5 SPORTBACK 2,148
USA 2020 2021 A6 ALLROAD 371
USA 2020 2021 A6 SEDAN 2,760
USA 2020 2021 A7 254
USA 2020 2021 A8 282
USA 2020 2021 Q5 19,246
USA 2021 2021 Q5 SPORTBACK 3
USA 2021 2021 Q7 2,727
USA 2021 2021 Q8 1,156
USA 2019 2021 RS5 COUPE 76
USA 2019 2021 RS5 SPORTBACK 157
USA 2021 2021 RS6 AVANT 176
USA 2021 2021 RS7 270
USA 2021 2021 RS Q8 116
USA 2020 2021 S4 SEDAN 498
USA 2020 2021 S5 CABRIOLET 142
USA 2020 2021 S5 COUPE 129
USA 2019 2021 S5 SPORTBACK 839
USA 2020 2021 S6 SEDAN 293
USA 2020 2021 S7 167
USA 2020 2021 S8 90
USA 2020 2021 SQ5 2,649
USA 2021 2021 SQ5 SPORTBACK 3
CAN 2020 2021 A4 ALLROAD 62
CAN 2020 2021 A4 SEDAN 842
CAN 2020 2020 A5 CABRIOLET 24
CAN 2020 2020 A5 COUPE 52
CAN 2019 2021 A5 SPORTBACK 403
CAN 2020 2021 A6 ALLROAD 28
CAN 2020 2021 A6 SEDAN 44
CAN 2020 2021 A7 18
CAN 2020 2021 A8 5
CAN 2020 2021 Q5 2,745
CAN 2021 2021 Q5 SPORTBACK 1
CAN 2021 2021 Q7 132
CAN 2021 2021 Q8 113
CAN 2019 2021 RS5 COUPE 21
CAN 2021 2021 RS5 SPORTBACK 10
CAN 2021 2021 RS6 AVANT 37
CAN 2021 2021 RS7 23
CAN 2021 2021 RS Q8 41
CAN 2020 2021 S4 SEDAN 85
CAN 2020 2021 S5 CABRIOLET 20
CAN 2020 2021 S5 COUPE 75
CAN 2020 2021 S5 SPORTBACK 265
CAN 2020 2021 S6 SEDAN 23
CAN 2020 2021 S7 12
CAN 2020 2021 S8 8
CAN 2020 2021 SQ5 306
CAN 2021 2021 SQ5 SPORTBACK 1
*Counts reflect overall population; some vehicles may have already been repaired. Check Campaigns/Actions screen
in Elsa on the day of repair to verify that a VIN qualifies for repair under this action. Elsa is the only valid campaign
inquiry & verification source.
Notes:  Schedule owner repairs immediately
 Owner mailing – June 2021
IMPORTANT REMINDER: VEHICLES AFFECTED BY SAFETY & COMPLIANCE RECALLS
New Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: It is a violation of federal law for a dealer to deliver a new motor
vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by this
notification under a sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied. By law, dealers
must correct, prior to delivery for sale or lease, any vehicle that fails to comply with an applicable
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard or that contains a defect relating to motor vehicle safety.
Pre-Owned Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: Dealers should not deliver any pre-owned vehicles in
their inventory which are involved in a safety or compliance recall until the defect has been
remedied.
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AUDI DEALER COMMUNICATION
Ensure all dealership personnel are aware of this notice so they are able to address customer questions. Contact Warranty if you require
additional assistance. Direct press inquiries to Audi Public Relations.
Audi Customer Protection 42L1_DLR_ADV
Advance Notice – Safety Recall 42L1 / Rear Axle Trailing Arm Lock Nut
This notice is for:  Dealer Principal
 General Manager
 Sales Managers
 Service Manager
 Parts Manager
 Service Advisor
 Warranty Administrator
 Technicians
Date: May 04, 2021
Issue: Due to stress corrosion cracking on lock nuts of particular production batches, the nut of the
excentric bolt on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break which may cause alterations in the
wheel alignment of the rear axle. This could be noticed by a steering wheel misalignment when
driving straight ahead or by the vehicle pulling to one side when braking or accelerating. It
cannot be ruled out that the rear axle could suddenly and uncontrollably move in the wrong
direction at higher speeds. This can lead to a loss of vehicle control and a crash without warning.
Precautions If this condition is present in the vehicle, the driver may notice a steering wheel misalignment
when driving straight ahead or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking or accelerating.
Should this occur, owners are advised to contact an authorized Audi dealer without delay and
make arrangements to have the vehicle inspected/repaired.
Repair:  REPAIR NOT YET AVAILABLE
 Check daily campaign open inventory report or OMD for affected vehicles in inventory.
Affected Vehicles Country Beginning
Model Year
Ending Model
Year Vehicle Vehicle
Count
USA 2020 2021 A4 ALLROAD 442
USA 2020 2021 A4 SEDAN 5,097
USA 2020 2021 A5 CABRIOLET 433
USA 2020 2021 A5 COUPE 469
USA 2019 2021 A5 SPORTBACK 2,148
USA 2020 2021 A6 ALLROAD 371
USA 2020 2021 A6 SEDAN 2,760
USA 2020 2021 A7 254
USA 2020 2021 A8 282
USA 2020 2021 Q5 19,246
USA 2021 2021 Q5 SPORTBACK 3
USA 2021 2021 Q7 2,727
USA 2021 2021 Q8 1,156
USA 2019 2021 RS5 COUPE 76
USA 2019 2021 RS5 SPORTBACK 157
USA 2021 2021 RS6 AVANT 176
USA 2021 2021 RS7 270
USA 2021 2021 RS Q8 116
USA 2020 2021 S4 SEDAN 498
USA 2020 2021 S5 CABRIOLET 142
USA 2020 2021 S5 COUPE 129
USA 2019 2021 S5 SPORTBACK 839
USA 2020 2021 S6 SEDAN 293
USA 2020 2021 S7 167
USA 2020 2021 S8 90
USA 2020 2021 SQ5 2,649
USA 2021 2021 SQ5 SPORTBACK 3
CAN 2020 2021 A4 ALLROAD 62
CAN 2020 2021 A4 SEDAN 842
CAN 2020 2020 A5 CABRIOLET 24
CAN 2020 2020 A5 COUPE 52
CAN 2019 2021 A5 SPORTBACK 403
CAN 2020 2021 A6 ALLROAD 28
CAN 2020 2021 A6 SEDAN 44
CAN 2020 2021 A7 18
CAN 2020 2021 A8 5
CAN 2020 2021 Q5 2,745
CAN 2021 2021 Q5 SPORTBACK 1
CAN 2021 2021 Q7 132
CAN 2021 2021 Q8 113
CAN 2019 2021 RS5 COUPE 21
CAN 2021 2021 RS5 SPORTBACK 10
CAN 2021 2021 RS6 AVANT 37
CAN 2021 2021 RS7 23
CAN 2021 2021 RSUDI Q8 41
CAN 2020 2021 S4 SEDAN 85
CAN 2020 2021 S5 CABRIOLET 20
CAN 2020 2021 S5 COUPE 75
CAN 2020 2021 S5 SPORTBACK 265
CAN 2020 2021 S6 SEDAN 23
CAN 2020 2021 S7 12
CAN 2020 2021 S8 8
CAN 2020 2021 SQ5 306
CAN 2021 2021 SQ5 SPORTBACK 1
*Counts reflect overall population; some vehicles may have already been repaired. Check Campaigns/Actions screen
in Elsa on the day of repair to verify that a VIN qualifies for repair under this action. Elsa is the only valid campaign
inquiry & verification source.
Notes:
IMPORTANT REMINDER: VEHICLES AFFECTED BY SAFETY & COMPLIANCE RECALLS
New Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: It is a violation of federal law for a dealer to deliver a new motor
vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by this
notification under a sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied. By law, dealers
must correct, prior to delivery for sale or lease, any vehicle that fails to comply with an applicable
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard or that contains a defect relating to motor vehicle safety.
Pre-Owned Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: Dealers should not deliver any pre-owned vehicles in
their inventory which are involved in a safety or compliance recall until the defect has been
remedied.
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AUDI DEALER COMMUNICATION
Ensure all dealership personnel are aware of this notice so they are able to address customer questions. Contact Warranty if you require
additional assistance. Direct press inquiries to Audi Public Relations.
Audi Customer Protection 42L1_DLR_LAUNCH
Repair Available – Safety Recall 42L1 / Rear Axle Trailing Arm Lock Nut
This notice is for:  Dealer Principal
 General Manager
 Sales Managers
 Service Manager
 Parts Manager
 Service Advisor
 Warranty Administrator
 Technicians
Date: May 28, 2021
Issue: Due to stress corrosion cracking on lock nuts of particular production batches, the nut of the
excentric bolt on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break which may cause alterations in the
wheel alignment of the rear axle. This could be noticed by a steering wheel misalignment when
driving straight ahead or by the vehicle pulling to one side when braking or accelerating. It
cannot be ruled out that the rear axle could suddenly and uncontrollably move in the wrong
direction at higher speeds. This can lead to a loss of vehicle control and a crash without warning.
Precautions If this condition is present in the vehicle, the driver may notice a steering wheel misalignment
when driving straight ahead or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking or accelerating.
Should this occur, owners are advised to contact an authorized Audi dealer without delay and
make arrangements to have the vehicle inspected/repaired.
Repair:  REPAIR AVAILABLE – May 28, 2021 – REPAIR DESCRIPTION
 See ELSA/ServiceNet for complete repair & claiming instructions
 Check daily campaign open inventory report or OMD for affected vehicles in
inventory
 Repair every affected inventory vehicle before delivery to consumers.
Parts Department: Dealers will be sent an initial allocation prior to customer notification. If no initial allocation
was received, please reference the Repair Projection Tool in the campaign circular to
view your potential VIN population.
Affected Vehicles Country Beginning
Model Year
Ending Model
Year Vehicle Vehicle
Count
USA 2020 2021 A4 ALLROAD 442
USA 2020 2021 A4 SEDAN 5,097
USA 2020 2021 A5 CABRIOLET 433
USA 2020 2021 A5 COUPE 469
USA 2019 2021 A5 SPORTBACK 2,148
USA 2020 2021 A6 ALLROAD 371
USA 2020 2021 A6 SEDAN 2,760
USA 2020 2021 A7 254
USA 2020 2021 A8 282
USA 2020 2021 Q5 19,246
USA 2021 2021 Q5 SPORTBACK 3
USA 2021 2021 Q7 2,727
USA 2021 2021 Q8 1,156
USA 2019 2021 RS5 COUPE 76
USA 2019 2021 RS5 SPORTBACK 157
USA 2021 2021 RS6 AVANT 176
USA 2021 2021 RS7 270
USA 2021 2021 RS Q8 116
USA 2020 2021 S4 SEDAN 498
USA 2020 2021 S5 CABRIOLET 142
USA 2020 2021 S5 COUPE 129
USA 2019 2021 S5 SPORTBACK 839
USA 2020 2021 S6 SEDAN 293
USA 2020 2021 S7 167
USA 2020 2021 S8 90
USA 2020 2021 SQ5 2,649
USA 2021 2021 SQ5 SPORTBACK 3
CAN 2020 2021 A4 ALLROAD 62
CAN 2020 2021 A4 SEDAN 842
CAN 2020 2020 A5 CABRIOLET 24
CAN 2020 2020 A5 COUPE 52
CAN 2019 2021 A5 SPORTBACK 403
CAN 2020 2021 A6 ALLROAD 28
CAN 2020 2021 A6 SEDAN 44
CAN 2020 2021 A7 18
CAN 2020 2021 A8 5
CAN 2020 2021 Q5 2,745
CAN 2021 2021 Q5 SPORTBACK 1
CAN 2021 2021 Q7 132
CAN 2021 2021 Q8 113
CAN 2019 2021 RS5 COUPE 21
CAN 2021 2021 RS5 SPORTBACK 10
CAN 2021 2021 RS6 AVANT 37
CAN 2021 2021 RS7 23
CAN 2021 2021 RS Q8 41
CAN 2020 2021 S4 SEDAN 85
CAN 2020 2021 S5 CABRIOLET 20
CAN 2020 2021 S5 COUPE 75
CAN 2020 2021 S5 SPORTBACK 265
CAN 2020 2021 S6 SEDAN 23
CAN 2020 2021 S7 12
CAN 2020 2021 S8 8
CAN 2020 2021 SQ5 306
CAN 2021 2021 SQ5 SPORTBACK 1
*Counts reflect overall population; some vehicles may have already been repaired. Check Campaigns/Actions screen
in Elsa on the day of repair to verify that a VIN qualifies for repair under this action. Elsa is the only valid campaign
inquiry & verification source.
Notes:  Schedule owner repairs immediately
 Owner mailing – June 2021
IMPORTANT REMINDER: VEHICLES AFFECTED BY SAFETY & COMPLIANCE RECALLS
New Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: It is a violation of federal law for a dealer to deliver a new motor
vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by this
notification under a sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied. By law, dealers
must correct, prior to delivery for sale or lease, any vehicle that fails to comply with an applicable
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard or that contains a defect relating to motor vehicle safety.
Pre-Owned Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: Dealers should not deliver any pre-owned vehicles in
their inventory which are involved in a safety or compliance recall until the defect has been
remedied.
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