2021-2025 Audi Button Set Software 0054 Return Notice

Audi has released Special Notice SM 42-2024, a parts circular aimed at inventory managers, concerning certain button sets. This notice is a proactive measure to ensure that only compliant parts are in stock and supplied to customers. It specifically targets button sets identified by particular part numbers and a distinct software version.

The core of this notice is to prevent potentially problematic parts from reaching vehicles. Dealers are instructed to identify and return any affected inventory of the Audi button set software 0054 by a specified deadline. All other software versions of these button sets are considered good and do not need to be returned.

What is the Audi Button Set Software 0054 Issue?

Special Notice SM 42-2024 highlights that only button sets with software version "0054" are affected and must be returned. While the document does not detail the specific nature of the issue with software version 0054, the instruction to return these parts indicates a quality concern. All other software versions of these button sets are deemed acceptable.

Affected Audi Button Set Part Numbers

The following Audi button set part numbers, when equipped with software version 0054, are subject to this return notice:

• 4N0-951-523-K -V58 (Button Set)
• 82A-951-523-B -XHA
• 4N0-951-523-J -6PS
• 82A-951-523-F -XHA
• 4N0-951-523-J -V58
• 4KE-951-523-A
• 4N0-951-523-L -6PS
• 4K0-951-523-H -V58
• 4N0-951-523-L -V58
• 4KE-951-523-B
• 8W0-951-523-AA-XHA
• 82A-951-523-E -XHA

An example image provided in the notice shows a part label where the software version "SW:0054" is clearly visible, helping parts managers identify the specific Audi button set software 0054 that needs to be returned.

Important Information for Owners and Dealers

This parts circular serves as a critical instruction for Audi parts managers. They are required to return any inventory of the listed button set part numbers with software version 0054 to their facing Parts Distribution Center (PDC) no later than July 30, 2024. This deadline is strict, and items returned after this date WILL NOT be accepted for any type of credit or buyback.

For owners of 2021-2025 Audi vehicles, this notice primarily ensures that if a button set replacement is needed, dealers will be supplied with parts free from the software version 0054 issue. It's a measure to maintain quality standards for parts used in service and new vehicle production.

Dealer Return Process Summary

Audi has outlined a specific procedure for parts managers to follow when returning the affected button sets:

1. File a separate "Claim with Return" using the