Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued a recall affecting 9,048 Audi vehicles, specifically the 2024 and 2025 model years of the Q4 E-Tron and Q4 Sportback E-Tron. The recall addresses a safety concern involving the high voltage traction battery, which may fail and potentially cause a vehicle fire.
A fire originating from the high voltage battery poses a serious safety risk, increasing the chance of injury to vehicle occupants and others nearby. Although no specific incidents or injuries have been detailed, the risk of fire requires prompt attention from owners and the manufacturer.
Details of the Recall and Risk
The affected vehicles include the Audi Q4 E-Tron and the Q4 Sportback E-Tron from model years 2024 and 2025. The issue lies within the electrical propulsion system, specifically the traction battery. A failure in this component could lead to a fire, a critical safety hazard.
Remedy and Owner Guidance
Currently, the repair solution is under development. In the meantime, Audi advises owners to limit charging their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity to mitigate the risk. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety concern are scheduled to be mailed starting December 18, 2026. Additional correspondence will follow once the remedy becomes available.
- Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) on NHTSA.gov starting October 23, 2026, to confirm if your vehicle is included in this recall.
- Contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 for further information or assistance.
- Limit charging your vehicle to 80% capacity until the repair is completed.
- Watch for official recall notification letters from Audi for updates and repair scheduling.
