2021-2026 Audi VIN Plate and Safety Label Replacement TSB

Audi has released Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 2021205/10, providing detailed procedures for dealerships to order and replace VIN plates and B-Pillar Safety Certification labels on a wide range of its vehicles. This TSB, updated on February 20, 2026, ensures that vehicles maintain proper identification and compliance information when these crucial labels are damaged or require replacement.

Why This TSB Matters

VIN plates and B-Pillar Safety Certification labels are essential for vehicle identification and regulatory compliance. They contain critical information such as the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), manufacturing details, and safety standards met by the vehicle. If these labels become damaged, illegible, or are removed during a repair, they must be replaced to ensure the vehicle remains compliant with federal regulations and can be properly identified.

This TSB specifically addresses the process for obtaining new labels, ensuring that the Audi e-tron VIN plate replacement or any other affected Audi model's label replacement is handled correctly by authorized service centers.

Ordering New VIN Plates and Safety Labels

When a new VIN plate or B-Pillar Safety Certification label is needed, Audi dealerships follow a specific multi-step process. This ensures accuracy and proper authorization for the replacement labels.

1. Retention of Old Labels: Technicians are instructed to save any removed VIN plates or B-Pillar Safety Certification labels until the new ones arrive. This helps in verifying information and maintaining a record.
2. Accessing the Compliance Portal: Dealership personnel visit the Audi Compliance Portal at www.audi-now.us. From there, they navigate to the "All Apps" link and then select the "Parts" pane, followed by the "Compliance Label Ordering Portal."
3. Order Submission: The vehicle's VIN is entered into the Quick VIN Order section under the VIN-Specific Items tab of the order form. The desired label type is selected, and any requested weight information from the original B-Pillar Safety Certification label is provided to complete the web-based form.
4. Approval and Fulfillment: The completed form is electronically sent to the Compliance Label Coordinator for approval. This coordinator manages the necessary steps to fulfill the request and ensures the new VIN plate and/or Safety Certification label is received from Audi AG. Once received, the coordinator provides the label to the dealership for installation.

This streamlined process ensures that an Audi e-tron VIN plate replacement or any other label replacement is done accurately and officially.

Owner Action & Warranty Information

If your Audi requires a VIN plate or B-Pillar Safety Certification label replacement, your authorized Audi dealership is equipped to handle this procedure. This TSB is informational, guiding the dealership on the correct ordering process. It's important to note that this specific TSB is not applicable to any Audi Warranty coverage. Owners should consult their dealership regarding any potential costs associated with the Audi e-tron VIN plate replacement or other label replacements, though often such replacements are part of a larger repair that may be covered.

Source: NHTSA ID 11029367