Its Shop Time Mondays: Volvo Is Recalling 413,000 Cars, While Audi Is Dealing With Potential Oil Leaks

Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111

Software Update Repairs Recall

A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V282000

Manufacturer Volvo Car USA, LLC

Components BACK OVER PREVENTION

Its Shop Time Mondays: Over 44,000 Audi Vehicles From Model Year 2021 Are Being Recalled

Instrument Panel Display Failure

An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V201000

Manufacturer Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 44,387

2025 Genesis G80 3.5 T Sport Prestige AWD: The Brand’s Luxurious Midsize Sedan

 

Highlight: A fully electrified G80 is available. The vehicle is known as the Electrified G80.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $ 78,930 (Base Model): $58,430

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: ABS; airbags; a vehicle stability system; a hill-start assist control system; a forward collision assist system; a lane following assist system; a lane keep assist system; an electronic blind spot system; a back up camera; a rear cross traffic avoidance system; a high beam assist system; a driver warning attention system; an automatic brake hold feature; a parking distance warning system; a rear camera; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura, Audi, Honda, Porsche And VW Are Recalling Over 2.6 Million 2017 And Newer Model Vehicles

Fuel Pump May Fail

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2023 Audi S3: The Brand’s Entry-Level Sports Sedan

Highlight: A power packed RS 3 trim is available, pushing out 303-horsepower.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $56,245 (Base A3: $36,495)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features (S3):  airbags; electronic stability control system; a hill decent control system; a rearview camera; and a heated windshield washer nozzle; a blind spot electronic system; a lane departure warning system; audible parking sensors; a forward collision warning and collision system; a rear traffic cross alert system; a tire mobility kit; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Standard Equipment A3:  17-inch wheels; 2.0-liter turbo engine; 201-horsepower; front wheel drive; power driver’s seat with lumbar support; leather seats; a panoramic sunroof with a manual sunshade; a black headliner; a dual zone automatic climate control;

2024 Mazda CX-90 Premium Plus AWD: The Brand’s All-New Flagship Crossover

Highlight: A plug-in (PHEV) model is available.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $61,920 (Base Model): $40,970

Seating Capacity: 6-8 (depending on trim)

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; AWD; hill decent control; hill launch accent; off-road traction assist; tailer stability control; rearview camera; rear cross traffic alert; lane keep assist system; a lane departure warning system; a blind spot monitor; and an automatic brake hold feature

Standard Equipment (Select AWD):  19-inch wheels; an 8-speed automatic transmission; a three zone ventilation system; a leather wrapped gear selector; an illuminated entry system; a push button information system; a power driver’s seat with lumbar support; leather-like seating; and a 10-inch infotainment system

2022 Audi Q3 S Line 45 TSI AWD: The Brand’s Entry-Level Compact Crossover

 

Highlight: All-wheel drive is standard on all models.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $49,195 (Base Model: $37,595)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: ABS; traction control; stability system; back up camera; front and rear parking sensors; rear view camera; a forward collision warning system; a lane departure warning system; an electronic blind spot warning system; a high beam assist system; side assist with rear cross traffic and parking assist; a spare tire and a tire pressure monitoring system

Its Shop Time Mondays: Audi And VW Are Recalling Over 74,000 Newer Models Crossovers/SUVs For Engine Concerns

Damaged Connecting Rod Bearings

A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine failure causes an oil leak, this can (in rare cases) increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V753000

Manufacturer Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Its Shop Time Mondays: Newer Model Audis And Hyundais Are Being Recalled For Inoperable Rearview Cameras Or Loss Of Power

1. Rearview Display Inoperative/FMVSS 111

A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V742000

Manufacturer Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Components BACK OVER PREVENTION

Potential Number of Units Affected 170,296

2022 Genesis G80 3.5 Sport Prestige AWD: The Brand’s Midsize Luxury Sedan

Highlight: The 3.5-liter model is only available in an all-wheel drive configuration.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $72,170 (Base G 80 2.5: $48,250)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features:  a vehicle stability system; a hill-start assist control system; a forward collision assist system; a lane following assist system; a lane keep assist system; an electronic blind spot system; a rear cross traffic avoidance system; a high beam assist system; a driver warning attention system; an automatic brake hold feature; a hill start assist control system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Its Shop Time Mondays: Subarus And Audis Are Being Recalled

1. Inoperative Backup Lights and Rearview Image

Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V522000

Manufacturer Subaru of America, Inc.

Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Potential Number of Units Affected 59,934

2021 Audi RS 7 Sportback AWD: The Answer To Mercedes Benz's AMG Package And BMW's M-Series

Highlight: The A7, which is Audi’s non performance version of the RS 7, is available with a 4-cylinder, plug-in powertrain.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $137,540 (Base A7: $70,245)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features RS 7: airbags; electronic stability control system; a tire pressure monitoring system; a spare tire; rain sensor windshield wiper system; pre sense pedestrian braking system; front and rear parking sensors; and a rear-view camera

2021 Audi SQ5 Prestige Package AWD: The German Brand’s Compact Luxury Crossover

Highlight: A plug-in model is available.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $71,790 (Base Q5: $44,395)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features:  airbags; electronic stability control system; a tire pressure monitoring system; a hill decent control system; a rearview camera; and a heated windshield washer nozzle; a blind spot electronic system; a lane departure warning system; audible parking sensors; and a rear traffic cross alert system

Its Shop Time Mondays: Audi Is Recalling Over 153,000 Cars

Passenger Air Bag May Deactivate

A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000

Manufacturer Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Components AIR BAGS

Its Shop Time Mondays: Audis And Range Rovers Are Being Recalled

1. Passenger Air Bag May Deactivate

A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V474000

Manufacturer Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Components AIR BAGS

Potential Number of Units Affected 138,896

Its Shop Time Mondays: Subarus And Audis Are Being Recalled

1. Brake Lights May Not Illuminate

Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V149000

Manufacturer Subaru of America, Inc.

Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,303,530

2018 Detroit Auto Show: More Luxury Cars Debut

The second generation 2019 Audi A7 quietly made its debut at this year's auto show. 

The A7 has an all-new infotainment screen with haptic feedback. There is also more headroom and legroom for rear occupants.

Infinit is slated to move toward the electric lane with driving with electric vehicles. This Infiniti Q Inspiration Concept gives us a preview of the brand's design direction.

Its Shop Time Mondays: Audi, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz And Mitsubishi Are In The Hot Seat

1. Inadvertent Driver Air Bag Deployment

If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V627000

Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Components AIR BAGS

Potential Number of Units Affected 495,290

2017 Audi Q7 2.0T AWD: The Brand’s Three-Row Crossover

Highlight: A night vision assistant to detect pedestrians and large animals is available for the first time.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $59,450 (base 2.0T-liter AWD $50,875)

Seating Capacity: 7

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; LED daytime running lights; electronic stability control system; electronic parking brake; front and rear parking sensors; a rear camera; an automatic forward collision braking system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2017 Audi S8 Plus Quattro: The German Brand’s Answer To AMG’s Performance Package

Highlight: The high performance S8 plus sedan is Audi’s answer to Mercedes-Benz AMG and BMW Alpina B7 trims.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $148,000 (base model $116,850)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: airbags; ABS; electronic stability control system; a tire pressure monitoring system; an electronic parking brake; automatic headlights; heated windshield washer nozzles; a heads up display system; and a temporary compact spare tire

Standard Equipment: 21-inch wheels; all-wheel drive; an 8-speed transmission; a 4-zone automatic climate control system; a power tilt/telescopic steering wheel with memory; alcantara headliner; power sunroof; power rear side; power rear sunshade; heated and ventilated front seats; power operated massaging front seats; a navigation system; handwriting technology recognition system; a push button starter system; a keyless door opener; soft closing automatic front doors; power trunk with handsfree release; power folding mirrors; and leather seats