2021–2022 Audi A7, 2020–2021 Audi A8, 2019–2024 Audi E-Tron and 4 other models Recall: When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some…
NHTSA campaign 23V842000 · Electrical System · filed Dec 13, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
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Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 23V842000 (manufacturer number 93U6/93U8). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.