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Audi, Porsche and VW recall U.S. vehicles over rearview camera glitch.
Summary
Volkswagen Group brands are recalling more than half a million U.S. vehicles after regulators identified software problems that can cause rearview camera displays to fail, and manufacturers say the issue will be fixed with a free software update.
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Volkswagen Group brands have issued recalls in the United States after federal regulators identified software problems that can make rearview camera displays stop working. The notices cover Audi and Porsche models and reflect concerns about safety systems that rely on software and camera feeds. Affected vehicles span select model years from 2019 through 2026. Manufacturers say the remedy will be delivered as a software update at no charge.
Key facts:
- More than half a million vehicles in the U.S. are included in the recalls.
- Volkswagen and Audi are recalling 356,649 vehicles for a software flaw that can prevent the rearview camera image from appearing.
- Porsche announced a separate recall covering 173,538 vehicles for a similar rearview camera issue.
- Affected models are reported to include select 2019–2026 model years.
- The reported remedy is a free software update, and owners are to be notified about the recall and repair process.
Summary:
Federal regulators reported that software issues can cause rearview camera displays to fail, which prompted recalls from Volkswagen Group brands. Automakers have announced recalls covering more than half a million vehicles and say dealers will install a free software update. Owners will be notified and offered the update; timing of notifications was not specified.
