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2024-2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron and Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron recall: traction battery

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 21, 2026. It covers about 9,048 vehicles.

vehicles affected
9,048
reported
Oct 21, 2026
related complaints
21

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery

What is wrong
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.
Risk
A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
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 on October 23, 2026.

Recall number 26V698000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 21 complaints about electrical problems.

2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron2024 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron2025 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron

Questions about recall 26V698000

Is there a recall on the 2024-2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron and Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron traction battery?

Yes. Recall 26V698000, reported on October 21, 2026, covers about 9,048 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 26V698000?

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 on October 23, 2026.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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