The cylinder head cover is a part that protects your engine. In some 2022-2024 Q5 and Q5 Sportback models, the screws that hold it in place might not have been tightened correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the screws come loose, oil could leak out of your engine, which could cause a fire while you're driving.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will check the screws and replace them if necessary, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles. The cylinder head cover screws may have been improperly tightened.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the screws as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 15ZK.
The high-voltage battery in your Audi is like a super-powerful power source that helps your vehicle move. In certain 2021-2024 models, this battery can get too hot.
Risk if Unfixed
If the battery overheats, it could catch fire, which is a serious safety risk. You should be aware that a fire could happen while you're driving, posing a significant danger to you and others on the road.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will install new software to monitor the battery and prevent overheating. You'll be notified when the final fix is available, and you should not charge your vehicle until then. The repair is completely free, and you'll be contacted when it's time to schedule the update.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Audi Q5, and 2022 A7 E Hybrid Electric PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy, anticipated to be available in the second quarter of 2025. Volkswagen will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them not to charge the vehicle until the battery can be replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, owners are advised not to charge their batteries until the final remedy becomes available. Repairs will be performed free of charge. This will be a Phased recall. Phase 1 will include Interim letters 2022-2023 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include Owner letters 2021-2024 model year vehicles, and Phase 3 will include Interim letters 2022-2023 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed February 28, 2025, and May 7, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93AA. This recall expands and replaces previous NHTSA recall number 24V898.
The high-voltage battery in your Audi PHEV is a critical component that powers the electric motor. In some 2022-2023 models, this battery can overheat.
Risk if Unfixed
If your high-voltage battery overheats, it could catch fire, which can cause significant damage to your vehicle and potentially harm you or others nearby.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will install updated software to monitor your battery's health and prevent overheating. Until then, you should not charge your vehicle until the dealership contacts you. The repair is free, and you'll be notified when it's time to schedule the update.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Audi Q5 PHEV and 2022 Audi A7 PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy, anticipated to be available in the second quarter of 2025. Volkswagen will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them not to charge the vehicle until the battery can be replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, owners are advised not to charge their batteries until the final remedy becomes available. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93AA. This recall has been replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V080.
Your vehicle's compact charging cable is a special cord that lets you charge your car with a 220V/240V power source. In some cases, this cord can get too hot when used with a certain type of power outlet, which could cause a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If the outlet or charging cable overheats, there's a risk of a fire. This is a serious situation that could cause damage to your property or injury to you or others.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will give you a new compact charging cable with a built-in temperature sensor, which should prevent overheating. This new cable is free, and you'll get a notice with instructions on how to schedule the replacement.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.
