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NHTSA Recall 23V613000: Traction battery (electrical system)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,899 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Audi e-tron GT.

1,899
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2023
owners notified (October 30)
NHTSA campaign23V613000
Manufacturer campaign93T7
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY
Report receivedSeptember 1, 2023
Owner notificationOctober 30, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023 Audi RS E-Tron GT and E-Tron GT vehicles. The high-voltage battery may have an insufficient amount of sealant, which can allow liquid to accumulate in the battery.

Safety risk

Liquid accumulation in the high voltage battery can cause electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will test the battery for leakage and replace the battery as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93T7.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 23V613000

Make and modelModel years
Audi e-tron GT2023
Audi RS e-tron GT2023

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.