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2021-2022 Audi Parking Aid System Fault B107A16

A technical service bulletin (TSB) from Audi addresses instances where the acoustical and optical parking aid system becomes unavailable, often accompanied by diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B107A16. This issue affects various 2021-2022 Audi models, including the e-tron, A6, A7, Q7, and Q8.

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2021 Audi e-tron — Audi e-tron parking aid fault
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Audi A6
2021–2022
Audi A7
2021–2022
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2022
Audi Q7
2021–2022
Audi Q8
2021–2022
Audi RS 6 Avant
2021–2022
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2021–2022
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2021–2022
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2021–2022
Audi S7
2021–2022
Audi SQ7
2021–2022
Audi SQ8
2021–2022

Symptoms

Owners of certain 2021-2022 Audi vehicles may notice that their acoustical and optical parking aid system is unavailable. This means the vehicle's parking sensors and visual aids, which assist in maneuvering, are not functioning as expected. This condition is often accompanied by a specific diagnostic trouble code (DTC) stored in the vehicle's system.

Fault Codes / DTCs

When the parking aid system becomes unavailable, a specific diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is typically stored. This code helps technicians identify the root cause of the issue.

Code Description Module
B107A16 Acoustical and optical parking aid unavailable Parking Assist / ADAS

Repair Procedure Summary

Audi has issued a technical service bulletin (TSB) regarding the Audi e-tron parking aid fault and related issues. For vehicles exhibiting an unavailable acoustical and optical parking aid with DTC B107A16 stored, the bulletin instructs technicians to create a PSS (Product Support System) record. This process helps Audi gather data and potentially develop further solutions or software updates for the issue.

Owner Action

If you own a 2021-2022 Audi model listed above and are experiencing an Audi e-tron parking aid fault where your acoustical and optical parking aid is unavailable, especially if you suspect DTC B107A16 is stored, you should schedule an appointment with an authorized Audi service center. Inform the service advisor about the symptoms you are experiencing and mention NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10185279. The dealer will be able to diagnose the issue and follow the prescribed procedure to create a PSS record.


Source: NHTSA ID: 10185279

Frequently Asked Questions

What does DTC B107A16 mean for my Audi?
DTC B107A16 in your Audi indicates that the acoustical and optical parking aid system is unavailable. This means your parking sensors and visual assistance features are not working.
Which Audi models are affected by the parking aid fault with DTC B107A16?
This issue primarily affects various 2021-2022 Audi models, including the e-tron, A6, A7, Q7, Q8, S6, S7, SQ7, SQ8, RS 6 Avant, RS 7, and RS Q8.
What should I do if my Audi's parking aid system is not working?
If your Audi's parking aid system is unavailable, you should contact an authorized Audi service center. Mention the symptoms and refer to NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10185279, which advises dealers to create a PSS record for this specific fault.

Outras revisões deste TSB

What Audi e-tron owners report

Counted from the records in our database across 5 model years.

158
Owner complaints
14
Recalls
1,706
Service bulletins
7
Crashes reported
6
Fires reported
3
Injuries reported

The 2021 model year

36 complaints, the 2nd most of 5 model years on file. Owners reported 0 crashes, 1 fire and 0 injuries for this year, which also has 10 recalls on file.

Equipment and Equipment Adaptive/Mobility and Electrical System, the system this article covers, accounts for 81 of 158 complaints (51%), including 24 for 2021.

Complaints by model year

Model years with the most complaints for the Audi e-tron
201984
20201
202136
202231
20236

Most-reported systems

  1. Electrical System — 81
  2. Power Train — 24
  3. Engine — 23
  4. Fuel/Propulsion System — 18
  5. Service Brakes — 18

Latest recalls for the 2021 model year

  • 26V240000 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic (Apr 2026)
  • 25V900000 — Back Over Prevention (Dec 2025)
  • 23V867000 — Electrical System (Dec 2023)
All 2021 recalls →

Recent owner reports about equipment and equipment adaptive/mobility and electrical system

I own a 2021 Audi e-tron with approximately 58000 miles. Beginning in March 2026, the vehicle developed intermittent Virtual Cockpit/instrument-cluster problems with blank display. I reported the condition to Audi dealer of Princeton NJ.

2021 Audi e-tron owner, Jul 2026

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - While on highway the vehicle loosed all Power indicating Electrical Malfunction How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk?

2021 Audi e-tron owner, Apr 2026
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Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.

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