Audi e-tron GT, RS e-tron GT passenger car — fire risk (SR/00296/25)
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Hazard
A combination of production issues (such as a torn anode tab, a folded cathode tab, a peeled-off cathode or a double production topic pouch crack) was found in some of the batteries' high-voltage modules. Over the service life of the vehicle, these issues, when combined, can increase the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Measures taken
- Recall of the product from end users — Manufacturer
Product description
Passenger car.
Matching notices: same barcode or model
Other official notices (EU, U.S. or UK) with the same barcode, or the same brand and model number. Check the details: a match is a strong hint, not proof that it is the same product.
- Audi e-tron GT, RS e-tron GT passenger car — fire risk (SR/00295/25)EU Safety GateSerioussame brand & modelJan 24, 2025· Audi· Motor vehicles
- Audi e-tron GT, RS e-tron GT passenger car — fire risk (A12/01589/24)EU Safety GateSerioussame brand & modelJun 21, 2024· Audi· Motor vehicles
- Audi e-tron GT, RS e-tron GT passenger car — fire risk (A12/01575/24)EU Safety GateSerioussame brand & modelJun 14, 2024· Audi· Motor vehicles
What should I do?
If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.
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