2023 Audi e-tron GT Review

Recalls

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Recall Number: 

25V227000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

74HC

Number of vehicles affected: 

3773

Defect Description: 

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2023 RS E-TRON GT and E-TRON GT vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may experience a fault in the wiring and deactivate the front passenger air bag when the seat is occupied.

Defect Consequence: 

A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will replace the seat cushion, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 23, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 74HC.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Recall Number: 

24V726000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

931A/931B

Number of vehicles affected: 

6499

Defect Description: 

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 E-TRON GT, and RS E-TRON GT vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module.

Defect Consequence: 

A short circuit in a high-voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy free of charge, anticipated to be available in the first quarter of 2025. For vehicles where on-line data is available (Audi recall number 931A), as an interim measure, the vehicles will be monitored through online data evaluation at no cost to owners. Where the online data shows a potentially critical battery module, the owner will be contacted and advised to only charge the vehicle up to 80% charging capacity until the affected module can be replaced at an authorized Audi dealer, free of charge. For vehicles where online-data is not available (Audi recall number 931B), as an interim measure, dealers will perform diagnostic procedures and, if necessary, replace battery module assemblies, free of charge. Owners of these vehicles will also be advised to only charge their vehicle up to 80% charging capacity, and the inspection may have to be repeated before the software becomes available. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 1, 2024, November 15, 2024, November 18, 2024, December 27,2024, and February 17, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 931A and 931B. This recall expands and replaces previous recall numbers 24V-229, and 24V-228. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Recall Number: 

24V465000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

47UP

Manufactured from: 

2021-03-18 to 2024-06-12

Number of vehicles affected: 

9653

Defect Description: 

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Audi RS E-Tron GT and Audi E-Tron GT vehicles. The front axle brake hoses can develop tears, causing a leak and a brake circuit failure.

Defect Consequence: 

A failed brake circuit can cause longer brake pedal travel and reduced braking performance, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will replace the front axle brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 6, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 47UP.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Recall Number: 

24V229000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

93VM

Number of vehicles affected: 

33

Defect Description: 

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Audi RS E-Tron GT and E-Tron GT vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules.

Defect Consequence: 

A short circuit in a high-voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action: 

Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 21, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93VM.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Recall Number: 

24V228000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

93VN

Number of vehicles affected: 

1009

Defect Description: 

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Audi RS E-Tron GT and E-Tron GT vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules.

Defect Consequence: 

A short circuit in a high-voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action: 

Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will, analyze the battery data and replace the high-voltage battery modules as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 21, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93VN.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD

Recall Number: 

23V842000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

93U6/93U8

Number of vehicles affected: 

93196

Defect Description: 

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.

Defect Consequence: 

An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action: 

Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Recall Number: 

23V613000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

93T7

Number of vehicles affected: 

1899

Defect Description: 

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.

Defect Consequence: 

Liquid accumulation in the high voltage battery can cause electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action: 

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.