2021-2025 Audi Q8 Headlight Parts Return SM 52-2024

What is Special Notice SM 52-2024?

Audi has released Special Notice SM 52-2024, a parts circular dated September 3, 2024, specifically addressed to Parts Managers and Inventory personnel. This notice provides crucial instructions for managing and returning specific headlight assemblies from dealer inventory. The primary goal is to ensure that only compliant parts are available for customers and to facilitate proper credit for returned items. This is an internal Audi communication, detailing procedures for efficient parts management, and is not a recall affecting vehicles already delivered to customers. This notice is essential for maintaining the quality and accuracy of Audi's parts supply chain.

Affected Headlight Part Numbers

This Special Notice SM 52-2024 specifically identifies two headlight part numbers that dealers may have in their current inventory. These parts are associated with the 2021-2025 Audi Q8 and RS Q8 models. The affected part numbers are:

• 4M8-941-113 (Headlight)
• 4M8-941-781 (Headlight)

Identifying Headlights for Return

Dealers must carefully inspect their inventory to determine which headlight units need to be returned. Headlights are considered acceptable for continued inventory if they meet one of two criteria: they have a production date of 31.05.2024 (May 31, 2024) or later, or they feature a distinct 'Green Mark'. Conversely, any headlight units with a production date prior to May 31, 2024, and without the 'Green Mark' must be returned. The notice includes an example image illustrating where to find the production date and the 'Green Mark' on the headlight unit. For instance, a part with a production date like "21.05.24" (May 21, 2024) would need to have a 'Green Mark' to be considered good inventory.

Dealer Return Procedures

To ensure prompt credit and efficient inventory management for this Audi Q8 headlight parts return, Audi has outlined specific claims procedures for returning these headlight units. Dealers are required to:

1. File a separate "Claim with Return" by selecting "Dlr Sup. Req. Return" under the item type. Dealers must also complete their comments with the Special Notice Number SM 52-2024 and the Parts Circular number referenced above.
2. Review