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NHTSA Recall 19V434000: Traction battery (electrical system)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,646 vehicles. It affects 2019 Audi e-tron.

1,646
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2019
owners notified (September 6)
NHTSA campaign19V434000
Manufacturer campaign93E8
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY
Report receivedJune 10, 2019
Owner notificationSeptember 6, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi e-tron vehicles. Moisture can enter the high-voltage battery system through a faulty seal on the charging socket.

Safety risk

Moisture in the high-voltage system can cause a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire. If warning lights appear along with the message "Electrical system: fault," immediately stop driving the vehicle, park outdoors away from structures, do not charge the vehicle, and contact Audi Roadside Assistance at 1-800-411-9988 to have the vehicle towed.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a new seal and, as necessary, replace the affected system components, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2019. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 93E8.

Notes

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.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 19V434000

Make and modelModel years
Audi e-tron2019

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.