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2024–2025 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron, Q4 E-Tron recall: Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery

NHTSA campaign 26V-698 · October 21, 2026 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
26V698000
Reported
October 21, 2026
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Part
Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery
Vehicles affected
About 9,048

What is wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Q4 E-Tron and Q4 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail and cause a fire.

Safety risk

A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

The fix

Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% capacity until the repair has been completed. The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 18, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 93SK. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Audi Q4 E-Tron (2024, 2025); Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron (2024, 2025). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

What is the fix?

Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% capacity until the repair has been completed. The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 18, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 93SK.…

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