2019 Audi A6 Lane Departure Warning Recall
Audi has issued recall 26V125000 for certain 2019 Audi A6 vehicles due to a software error that may deactivate the lane departure warning system. This increases the risk of a crash as the driver may rely on a non-functional system. The remedy involves a free software update by dealers.
Why This Matters
For owners of a 2019 Audi A6, a deactivated lane departure warning system poses a significant safety risk. If the system is not functional, drivers may unknowingly rely on a safety feature that is not active, which can increase the likelihood of a crash.
What's Being Recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi A6 vehicles. This recall, identified by NHTSA ID 26V125000, is for vehicles previously repaired under recall number 25V900. The issue stems from a software error within the LANE DEPARTURE:SOFTWARE component, which can cause the "lane departure warning system may be deactivated" message to appear, rendering the system inoperable.
Manufacturer's Remedy
To resolve this safety concern, Audi dealers will update the software in affected vehicles. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. Audi's internal number for this recall is 90TW. Owner notification letters were sent out on March 13, 2026.
How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected
If you own a 2019 Audi A6, it is important to verify if your vehicle is part of this 2019 Audi A6 recall. You can check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on NHTSA.gov, where information about this recall became searchable on March 6, 2026. For further assistance or to schedule your software update, you may contact Audi customer service directly at 1-800-253-2834.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Recall ID: 26V125000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the problem with the 2019 Audi A6 lane departure warning system?
- The 2019 Audi A6 has a software error that can cause the lane departure warning system to become deactivated. This means the system may not function as intended, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
- How will Audi fix the lane departure warning system issue?
- Audi dealers will perform a software update on affected vehicles to correct the error. This repair, identified by Audi's recall number 90TW, will be done at no cost to the owner.
- Is my 2019 Audi A6 included in this recall?
- To determine if your specific 2019 Audi A6 is affected by recall 26V125000, you should check your VIN on the NHTSA website or contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. This recall primarily affects vehicles previously involved in recall 25V900.
- What should I do if my Audi A6 shows 'lane departure warning system may be deactivated'?
- If you see the message 'lane departure warning system may be deactivated', your vehicle may be affected by this recall. You should contact an authorized Audi dealer to schedule the necessary software update as soon as possible to ensure the system functions correctly.
What Audi A6 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 33 model years.
- 1,665
- Owner complaints
- 55
- Recalls
- 5,316
- Service bulletins
- 64
- Crashes reported
- 71
- Fires reported
- 65
- Injuries reported
The 2019 model year
114 complaints, the 4th most of 33 model years on file. Owners reported 2 crashes, 1 fire and 2 injuries for this year, which also has 7 recalls on file.
Lane Departure, the system this article covers, accounts for 11 of 1,665 complaints (1%), including 5 for 2019.
Complaints by model year
| 1998 | 130 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 217 | |
| 2000 | 148 | |
| 2001 | 113 | |
| 2002 | 88 | |
| 2003 | 66 | |
| 2005 | 91 | |
| 2006 | 67 | |
| 2008 | 71 | |
| 2019 | 114 |
Most-reported systems
- Electrical System — 396
- Air Bags — 316
- Service Brakes — 161
- Fuel System — 150
- Engine — 130
Latest recalls for the 2019 model year
- 26V125000 — Lane Departure (Mar 2026)
- 25V900000 — Back Over Prevention (Dec 2025)
- 23V601000 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic (Aug 2023)
Recent owner reports about lane departure
When backing up the car the cameras don't turn on and often times the collision sensors go off randomly. On the highway the emergency brakes go off randomly when a car passes by on the right-hand side of the vehicle.
Read owner complaints →On December 16, 2022, the alternator on the vehicle failed, which prevented the battery from charging. Luckily, I had just parked the car when all the electronics shut off - otherwise I would have been driving on a busy street with the potential for an…
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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