CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023 Audi RS E-Tron GT and E-Tron GT vehicles. The high-voltage battery may have an insufficient amount of sealant, which can allow liquid to accumulate in the battery.
- Risk
- Liquid accumulation in the high voltage battery can cause electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will test the battery for leakage and replace the battery as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93T7.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The high-voltage traction battery may have too little sealant, which can allow liquid to collect inside the battery.
Liquid buildup can cause electrical arcing inside the battery, which increases the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and not delay the repair.
Authorized dealers will test the battery for leakage and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2023. You can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834, and you should check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi e-tron GT | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Audi RS e-tron GT | 2023 |