Audi SQ8, SQ7 +11 more: Lights and Instruments

Affects Audi SQ8, SQ7, RS Q8, Q8, RS 7, A7, S8, S7, RS 6, Q7, A8, A6, S6 · 2021 — about 4K vehicles.

The hazard

Issue: On certain vehicles, a problem with the instrument cluster (virtual cockpit) could cause it to shut down. If this happens, you may not be able to see certain information about the vehicle, including the speedometer, warnings, and tell-tales. Safety Risk: Warnings, tell-tales and gauges that don't display could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Audi will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the instrument cluster software.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational