Recall 25V226 covers 98 2025 Audi SQ6 Sportback E-Tron and Q6 E-Tron vehicles with delayed rearview camera images. Free repair at a franchised Audi dealer.
Audi is recalling 98 2025 SQ6 Sportback E-Tron and Q6 E-Tron vehicles under recall 25V226 because the rearview camera image can be delayed or go dark after shifting into reverse. That reduced rear view raises the risk of injury or a crash, and Audi dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The reversing camera control unit works with the parking system software to show the rearview camera image when you shift into reverse. The camera should wake from standby and send a live view to the center display. On recalled 2025 Audi SQ6 Sportback E-Tron and Q6 E-Tron vehicles, that camera view is part of the rear visibility system used while backing up.
The problem is in the originally installed parking system software data set. That data set can keep the camera from waking when the parking system activates, or disrupt Ethernet communication between the cameras and the related control units. When that happens, the rearview image can be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse.
What you notice is direct. In certain cases, a white warning message appears. Even without that message, the missing or delayed camera image is apparent as soon as reverse is selected.
Who's affected?
Covers the Q6 E-Tron and SQ6 Sportback E-Tron under the same reversing camera control-unit software recall.
| 2025 Audi SQ6 Sportback E-Tron | Software |
|---|---|
| 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron | Software |
| Units affected | 98 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A delayed or missing rearview camera image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle and increases the risk of injury or crash while backing up. A white warning message can appear, but the clearest sign is the missing camera image itself. Use extra care when reversing and schedule the software update. Repair is free at any franchised Audi dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2025 Audi SQ6 Sportback E-Tron or Q6 E-Tron is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the free rearview camera control unit software update that fixes the delayed or deactivated image after shifting into reverse.
- Bring the recall notice if Audi mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V226 when you call.
- Use mirrors and look behind the vehicle when backing up until the software update is complete.
- Call Audi customer service at 800-893-5298 with questions and reference Audi recall 916C.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Audi technician updates the rearview camera control unit software to address the delayed or deactivated camera image after shifting into reverse. The software update and labor are free under the recall. This is a software repair, not a parts replacement. Audi is not offering reimbursement for this campaign, so prior out-of-pocket camera repair costs are not handled through a recall reimbursement program.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| April 9, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 11, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| April 11, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 20, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 6, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 6, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V226?
Recall 25V226 covers 98 2025 Audi SQ6 Sportback E-Tron and Q6 E-Tron vehicles with rearview camera software that can delay or deactivate the camera image after shifting into reverse. Audi dealers will update the rearview camera control unit software for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Audi SQ6 Sportback E-Tron or Q6 E-Tron is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V226. If it is, schedule the rearview camera control unit software update at a franchised Audi dealer. Reference Audi recall number 916C when you call.
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 rearview camera control unit software free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for vehicles included in recall 25V226.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced rear visibility when backing up. A delayed or deactivated rearview camera image gives the driver less view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash. Use mirrors and direct checks until the software update is complete.
When were owners notified about recall 25V226?
Owner notification letters were mailed on May 20, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your 2025 Audi SQ6 Sportback E-Tron or Q6 E-Tron is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V226000 |
|---|---|
| Audi customer service | 800-893-5298 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V226 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V226000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →