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NHTSA Campaign 19V434000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Reported Jun 10, 2019 · 1,646 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a new seal and, as necessary, replace the affected system components, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2019. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 93E8.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
AUDI E-TRON 2019 1,646

Source: NHTSA Campaign 19V434000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.