Audi is Recalling Certain Vehicles Due to High-Voltage Battery May Short-Circuit

High-Voltage Battery May Short-Circuit

Moisture in the high-voltage system can cause a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire. If warning lights appear along with the message "Electrical system: fault," immediately stop driving the vehicle, park outdoors away from structures, do not charge the vehicle, and contact Audi Roadside Assistance at 1-800-411-9988 to have the vehicle towed.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V434000

Manufacturer Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,646

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi e-tron vehicles. Moisture can enter the high-voltage battery system through a faulty seal on the charging socket.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a new seal and, as necessary, replace the affected system components, free of charge. Notices informing owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed in June 2019. Remedy parts are expected to become available in August 2019. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 93E8.

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