Propulsion system: traction batteryRecall 24V-229 · Audi vehicles
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 24V-229 covers 33 Audi vehicles for a propulsion system: traction battery problem, reported to NHTSA on March 22, 2024. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q1) shows 64% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V229000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A short circuit in a high-voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
64%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.