2021-2026 Audi Camera Part Return Notice SM 15-2025

Understanding Audi Special Notice SM 15-2025

Audi has issued Special Notice SM 15-2025, a critical Parts Circular aimed at ensuring that only the correct generation of camera parts reaches customers. This notice, dated February 25, 2025, specifically targets several camera material numbers that need to be returned from dealer inventory. The primary goal is to improve parts quality and ensure dealers receive credit for older stock. This Audi camera part return is essential for maintaining vehicle system integrity.

This notice applies to various Audi models from 2021 to 2026, including the A4, S4, A5, S5, Q5, and RS 5. It emphasizes the importance of inventory management for parts managers to prevent incorrect parts from being installed in customer vehicles.

Affected Camera Part Numbers

The Special Notice SM 15-2025 identifies a specific list of camera material numbers that are subject to this return directive. These parts are associated with the vehicle's camera systems, often referred to as "Frontkamera" in the document.

The material numbers to be returned are:

• 80A-907-217-H (Camera)
• 8W0-907-217-J
• 8W7-907-217-J
• 8W7-907-217-G
• 80A-907-217-K
• 8W6-907-217-G
• 8W0-907-217-L
• 8W6-907-217-J

Important Return Information for Dealers

This notice provides crucial instructions regarding the Audi camera part return process. Dealers must adhere to strict guidelines to ensure proper credit and inventory management.

Key points for return:

• Generation 03S Parts Only: Only camera parts from "generation 03S" are considered good and should be kept in inventory. All parts with prior generation levels must be returned. The document provides an example image of an "OK part" clearly showing the "03S" designation.
• Return Deadline: All listed material numbers must be returned to the facing Parts Distribution Center (PDC) no later than March 18, 2025.
• No Late Returns: Items returned after the March 18, 2025, deadline WILL NOT be accepted on any type of return or buyback. This is a critical warning for dealers to act promptly.

Dealer Return Procedure Summary

To facilitate the return of these camera parts and receive proper credit, Audi outlines a specific claims procedure for dealers. This process ensures accurate tracking and reimbursement for the returned inventory.

1. File a Claim: Dealers must file a separate "Claim with Return." When selecting the item type, they should choose "Dir Sup. Req. Return" and include the Special Notice Number SM 15-2025 and the Parts Circular number in their dealer comments.
2. Review Parts On Command: The day after filing the claim, dealers should review "Parts On Command" for the Delivery List document. Any problems or delays should be immediately reported to the facing PDC.
3. Labeling: Enter the 40000XXXXX delivery document number on a YELLOW DEPOT REQUEST RETURN label.
4. Adhere Label: Affix the YELLOW DEPOT REQUEST RETURN label to the package(s) containing the parts being returned.
5. Include Delivery Document: Place one copy of the Delivery Document inside the package with the returned part(s).

Re-ordering New Parts

After returning the older generation camera parts, dealers are instructed to re-order new materials. It is important to use the same part number when re-ordering to ensure that the correct, updated generation "03S" parts are received. This ensures that any future Audi camera part return issues related to generation levels are avoided.

Source: NHTSA ID: 11016500