Recall 24V361 affects 17,797 2022-2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron vehicles for headlight-control software that can leave parking lights off. Free repair at any franchised Audi dealer.
Audi is recalling 17,797 2022-2024 Q4 E-Tron vehicles under recall 24V361 because the wrong headlight control module software was installed. When the headlights and turn signals are used together, the parking lights can fail to operate as intended, which can reduce visibility and increase crash risk; Audi dealers will update the software free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The headlight control module software on 2022-2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron SUVs tells the front lighting system how to behave. It controls the optically combined LED parking and turn signal lamp, which handles both steady parking-light operation and turn-signal operation through the same lamp area. For U.S. vehicles, that behavior has to match FMVSS 108.
On affected vehicles, the wrong software data set was installed in the headlight modules. Audi traced the problem to a supplier data set that used ECE-compliant lighting behavior instead of the U.S. market data set. That means the lamp behavior is programmed incorrectly for this market, even though the physical lamp hardware is not the issue.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not expected to see a dashboard warning or feel a change in how the vehicle drives before the lighting software issue is found.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2022, 2023, and 2024 Q4 E-Tron, all tied to the same lighting control module software.
| 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron | Software |
|---|---|
| 2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron | Software |
| 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron | Software |
| Units affected | 17,797 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect headlight control module software can keep the parking lights from operating as intended when the headlights are on and the turn signals are used. That reduces vehicle visibility and increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before this lighting problem. Schedule the software update soon. Repair is free at any franchised Audi dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the free headlight-control-module software update that restores parking-light operation when the headlights and turn signals are used.
- Bring the recall notice if Audi sent one. If not, reference recall number 24V361 (Audi recall 941L) when you call.
- Use extra care with exterior lighting until the software update is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Audi technician updates the headlight control module with a new data set. That software update corrects the headlight control setup covered by recall 24V361. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered by Audi. Audi is not offering reimbursement for this campaign, so owners who already paid for a related repair do not have a recall reimbursement path under this filing.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| May 22, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 28, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| May 28, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 6, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 19, 2024 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 19, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V361?
Recall 24V361 covers 17,797 2022-2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron vehicles with headlight control module software that does not meet federal lighting standard 108. The parking lights fail to operate as intended with the headlights and turn signals on, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Audi dealers will update the software for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 24V361. If it is, contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the headlight control module software update. Reference recall number 24V361 or Audi recall number 941L when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Audi dealers will update the headlight control module with a new data set free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at any franchised Audi dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced vehicle visibility. With the incorrect software installed, the parking lights do not operate as intended when the headlights are on and the turn signals are activated. Other drivers have less visual notice of the vehicle, which increases crash risk.
When did Audi notify owners about recall 24V361?
Audi mailed owner notification letters on June 6, 2024. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then call an Audi dealer with recall number 24V361 or Audi recall number 941L.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V361000 |
|---|---|
| Audi customer service | 1-800-253-2834 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V361 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V361000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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