Propulsion system: traction batteryRecall 26V-698 · Audi vehicles
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 26V-698 covers 9,048 Audi vehicles for a propulsion system: traction battery problem, reported to NHTSA on October 21, 2026.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V698000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The 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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 30, 2023 to April 24, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.