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Passenger cars (Audi RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT) - Repair
Official notice
20 Jun 2024
Last checked
27 Oct 2026
An official CAA Japan notice concerns Passenger cars (Audi RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT) - Repair. Defect in the electrical system (high-voltage battery). ■ Defective component: Electrical system (high-voltage battery). ■ Description and cause of the structure, equipment or performance considered noncompliant with standards: Some high-voltage batteries contain improperly manufactured battery modules. Consequently, an internal short circuit may occur in a battery module and, in the worst case, cause a heat-related battery malfunction that may lead to a fire. Published 2024-06-20.
What to do now
(Recall notification number) 外-3799. ■ Corrective measures: Inspect all vehicles using a dedicated tester. If an abnormality is confirmed, replace the affected battery module with a non-defective unit. Also notify users to limit the charge level to 80％ until the vehicle is brought in for service.
Units affected
656
Recall number
外-3799
Official notice
2024-06-20
The hazard
The hazard
Defect in the electrical system (high-voltage battery). ■ Defective component: Electrical system (high-voltage battery). ■ Description and cause of the structure, equipment or performance considered noncompliant with standards: Some high-voltage batteries contain improperly manufactured battery modules. Consequently, an internal short circuit may occur in a battery module and, in the worst case, cause a heat-related battery malfunction that may lead to a fire.
How to check if you're affected
How to check if you're affected
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Brand: Audi. Contact: フォルクスワーゲングループジャパン株式会社. Phone 0120-598119.
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