Service bulletins for the 2021 Audi R8
A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.
526 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| A9121142053916_3 | 2021-08-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT. This informational bulletin contains instructions for when a non-plus sized iPhone heats up while wirelessly charging and the CarPlay screen may appear frozen. |
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| A1921192061918_3 | 2021-07-02. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This bulletin provides guidance on diagnosing a coolant light concern with normal coolant level in the tank. |
| A0021482021205_6 | 2021-07-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; STRUCTURE. This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc. |
| A0021472031473_3 | 2021-07-02. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; STRUCTURE. This information bulletin states to remove the car wash bristle and advise the customer to go somewhere else to prevent it from occurring again. |
| SM 44-2021 | 2021-07-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided. |
| 21TechRefGde526 | 2021-06-03. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). All models except Q3, R8, and TT: Settings Section: Split Verify and set language & measurements checklist items into 2 separate with instructions. Changed instructions for "Set Entertainment Fad in Parking aid", " Set Music volune while parking to Medium", and "Turn off Manual Seed Warning". Media/Radio/Sat Section: Changed instructions for "Verify HD Radio is turned "off". On-Hoist Inspection Section: Changed where to store tire pressures for Set and store tirepressures" to "Home > Vehicle > Settings & Service > Tire pressure monitoring". Audi connect Section: Changed instructions for "Turn on the Wi-Fi hotspot", Check Wi-Fi hotspot visibility", and Enable satellite map view for navigation" |
| A9021032058077_5 | 2021-06-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; SERVICE BRAKES. This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi presense interventions. |
| A0021442052680_3 | 2021-06-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). |
| 21TechRefGde221 | 2021-03-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Q5: Vehicle Prepartion Section: REMOVED: "Set adaption channel to enable CD Ripping using Guided Functions" Settings Section: REMOVED: "(if equipped)" from Turn off Manual Speed Warning On Hoist Inspection Section: ADDED to Install Wheel Bolt Covers: "When installing, ensure proper alignment to the valve stem (indentation in the wheel) lines up with the tab on the center cap to ensure correct mounting" Driver Assistance Section: REMOVED "(if equipped)" from "Verify operation of parking system" |
| A0020362002047_1 | 2020-12-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly. |
| 2010-2021EngOil | 2020-12-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Added Saga Part number for 0W40 oil: SAGA Part: G E55040S0 |
| 21R8TECHREP | 2020-11-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Vehicle Preparation Section: REMOVED: "Verify Audi phone box customer registration form is present in vehicle and add the serial number from Elsa. See TSB 2051720" (Doesn't apply) Driver Assistance Section: ADDED: "Activate rear cross traffic assist (if equipped)" |
| 21R8CUSTDEL | 2020-11-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Infotainment Section: REMOVED: "Review Audi Phone Box Customer Form and ensure Serial Number is listed" |
| A9120242026611_7 | 2020-11-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. This bulletin contains a guide for troubleshooting HD radio issues. |
| 21AUUSMaint0920 | 2020-10-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. New Document |
| 21AUTIRECHAINS | 2020-10-06. Service bulletin. TIRES; EQUIPMENT; WHEELS. Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information |
| A9120142060675_1 | 2020-10-06. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:WARNING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. This bulletin contains instructions for addressing the issue when the parking assist will intermittently alert the customer to an obstruction and the sensors look 'pushed in'. |
| A9120112037809_7 | 2020-10-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). This informational bulletin contains instructions about updating the navigation map. |
| A9020652032113_4 | 2020-09-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM. This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading. |
| A0120832060429_1 | 2020-09-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM. This bulletin contains instructions for when there may be a noise from the exhaust flap or there are DTCs sporadically stored in the ECM. |
| A9120942045106_6 | 2020-09-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. This bulletin provides instructions on how to properly replace a coaxial connection if it is damaged. |
| 2010-2021EngOil | 2020-09-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. New document |
| A4020132059474_2 | 2020-08-06. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER; EQUIPMENT. This bulletin contains instructions for correcting buffer stop noise (rumbling or squeaking from the front end). |
| A9120842060194_1 | 2020-08-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT. This bulletin states to create a PSS for when the Gas pop-up is blank. |
| 21VEHCONDREP713 | 2020-08-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. New Document |
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