Recall 25V777 affects 61 2025 Audi Q8, Q7, RS Q8, and SQ8 vehicles for missing seat-belt-buckle rivets. Repair is free at any franchised Audi dealer.
Audi is recalling 61 2025 Q8, Q7, RS Q8, and SQ8 vehicles because the driver and front passenger seat belt buckles can be missing a rivet that secures each buckle to the stalk. The defect can keep a seat belt from restraining an occupant properly in a crash and raises the risk of injury; the Audi dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front seat belt buckle in the 2025 Audi Q8, Q7, RS Q8, and SQ8 is the latch point for the driver and front passenger seat belts. It sits on the seat belt stalk beside the seat and holds the belt tongue after it clicks into place. That connection is part of what keeps the belt anchored around the occupant during a crash.
On affected vehicles, the buckle was built without a rivet that secures the buckle to the stalk. The issue comes from a missed step during supplier assembly. Without that rivet, the buckle is not built to specification and can fail to hold the belt as designed in a crash.
There is no warning sign before failure. The buckle can look normal and still be missing the rivet, so a visual check by the owner is not a reliable way to clear the vehicle.
Who's affected?
Covers four Audi SUV variants from the same model year, all tied to the same front seat belt anchorage component.
| 2025 Audi Q8 | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2025 Audi Q7 | seat belt |
| 2025 Audi RS Q8 | seat belt |
| 2025 Audi SQ8 | seat belt |
| Units affected | 61 |
| 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 this recall applies to your specific SUV.
What's the safety risk?
A front seat belt buckle missing a rivet can fail to restrain an occupant properly during a crash, increasing injury risk. There is no warning sign before a crash exposes the problem. If your VIN is included, schedule the buckle replacement soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Audi dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Audi Q8, Q7, RS Q8, or SQ8 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the free front seat belt buckle replacement that fixes the missing-rivet issue in the driver and front passenger buckles.
- Bring the recall notice if Audi mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V777 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether both front buckles are in stock before your appointment.
- Call Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 with questions about the recall or appointment timing.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Audi technician replaces the driver and front passenger seat belt buckles, the parts that latch the belt to each seat belt stalk. The dealer repair is free once available under recall 25V777. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| November 12, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 14, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| November 14, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 14, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 3, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V777?
Recall 25V777 covers 61 2025 Audi Q8, Q7, RS Q8, and SQ8 vehicles with front seat belt buckles that are missing a rivet securing the buckle to the seat belt stalk. Audi dealers will replace both front seat belt buckles for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Audi Q8, Q7, RS Q8, or SQ8 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V777. If it is, contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule replacement of both front seat belt buckles. Reference Audi recall number 692K when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Audi dealers will replace both front seat belt buckles free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at any franchised Audi dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is poor restraint in a crash. A front seat belt buckle missing its rivet can fail to properly restrain the driver or front passenger during a crash, increasing injury risk. Recall 25V777 addresses that defect by replacing both front buckles.
When did Audi notify owners about recall 25V777?
Audi mailed owner notification letters on December 3, 2025. VINs became searchable on November 14, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call an Audi dealer with recall number 692K.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V777000 |
|---|---|
| Audi customer service | 1-800-253-2834 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V777 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V777000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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