Audi controversies

Audi recalls 27,768 vehicles over child seat security failure

Recall announced

Audi is recalling approximately 27,768 vehicles because the seat belt retractor may not properly secure a child seat. Dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the seat belt assemblies free of charge. Notification letters are expected to be mailed on Feb. 17.

Audi is recalling around 27,768 vehicles because the seat belt retractor may not properly secure a child seat. Dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the seat belt assemblies free of charge, with notification letters expected to be mailed on Feb. 17.

Couple sues Audi over fire allegedly caused by defective vehicle

Lawsuit filed

Matthew and Ilana Robinson filed a lawsuit against Audi of America and Audi Mohegan Lake, alleging product liability, negligence and breach of warranty after their Audi Q5 allegedly ignited and a fire destroyed their home. The filing asserts claims on the couple's behalf; the allegations are claims in the lawsuit and not a court determination. The event is recorded as a controversy note concerning Audi.

Matthew and Ilana Robinson sued Audi of America and Audi Mohegan Lake, alleging product liability, negligence and breach of warranty after their Audi Q5 allegedly ignited and a fire destroyed their home. The allegations are claims in the lawsuit, not a court determination.

IG Metall criticizes Audi CEO’s rally appearance

Public backlash

IG Metall chief Christiane Benner criticized Audi CEO Gernot Döllner for appearing onstage with Donald Trump at a campaign rally, calling the appearance deeply embarrassing and politically unacceptable. She also accused Döllner of breaching Audi’s political neutrality rules.

Audi fined for two Mexico practice breaches

Fine or penalty

During Friday practice in Mexico, Audi was fined approximately $14,000 for two separate breaches. The team released Freddie Slater with a cooling fan still attached to the car, and covered components on Gabriel Bortoleto's car. The stewards imposed penalties for both incidents.

Audi received approximately $14,000 in fines during Friday practice in Mexico after releasing Freddie Slater with a cooling fan still attached and covering components on Gabriel Bortoleto's car. The stewards imposed penalties for both incidents.

Audi vehicle recall announced

Recall announced

Audi announced a recall of 454,159 locally produced Q5L and imported SQ5 vehicles, scheduled to begin on February 28, 2022, because liquid entering the gateway control module could cause short circuits and potentially interrupt power transmission while driving.

FAW-Volkswagen announced a recall of Audi vehicles

Recall announced

A recall notice published by China’s State Administration for Market Regulation said FAW-Volkswagen would recall certain imported and domestically produced Audi vehicles starting February 28, 2022. The recall included 453,791 domestically produced Audi Q5L vehicles; the stated defect could allow liquid to short the gateway control module and cause loss of driving power.

Audi recalls 5,396 vehicles in Canada over rear suspension issue

Recall announced

Audi recalled 5,396 vehicles in Canada because defective rear trailing arm bolt lock nuts could break and cause sudden changes in rear wheel alignment, increasing crash risk. Audi said it would contact affected owners to have the lock nuts inspected and replaced.

Audi is recalling 5,396 vehicles in Canada because defective rear trailing arm bolt lock nuts could break and cause sudden changes in rear wheel alignment, increasing crash risk. Audi said it would contact affected owners to have the lock nuts inspected and replaced.

Audi S8 recall in China

Recall announced

FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. recalled one specified imported 2021 Audi S8 vehicle, effective June 15, 2021. According to the recall notice, a possible crack in the engine block could cause engine failure and loss of drive, and leaking oil could pose a fire risk. The company stated that it would replace the engine assembly free of charge.

Volkswagen and Audi disclose vendor data breach affecting customers and prospective buyers

Issue disclosure

Volkswagen Group of America disclosed that an unauthorized third party obtained limited personal information from a vendor, affecting more than 3.3 million customers and prospective buyers in North America, nearly all of whom were current or potential Audi customers. Volkswagen stated it would offer free credit protection services to 90,000 Audi customers and prospective buyers whose sensitive data was affected.

Volkswagen Group of America said an unauthorized third party obtained limited personal information from a vendor, affecting more than 3.3 million customers and prospective buyers in North America, nearly all of whom were current or potential Audi customers. Volkswagen said it would offer free credit protection services to 90,000 Audi customers and prospective buyers whose sensitive data was affected.

Audi recalls nearly 290,000 vehicles over liquid ingress risk

Recall announced

Audi decided to recall 288,991 Q5, SQ5 and Sportback vehicles in the United States after testing identified liquid ingress issues affecting the gateway control module. Dealers will install a protective cover at no cost; vehicles produced through August 2021 will also receive underbody sealant.

Audi recalls e-tron SUVs over brake-assistance defect

Recall announced

Audi was reported to be recalling 2,303 e-tron electric SUVs globally because a manufacturing defect could cause corrosion and failure in brake-booster components, potentially resulting in loss of brake assistance. Audi said it would notify affected owners and dealers and inspect and replace the relevant parts free of charge.

South Korea vehicle recall for defective parts

Recall announced

A South Korean transport ministry announcement covered a voluntary recall by six automakers affecting almost 49,000 vehicles because of faulty parts. The article identifies BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Hyundai Motor and Suzuki MAN Truck & Bus Korea among the brands involved; repairs or replacements were offered free of charge.

Audi recalls 527 vehicles in Russia over possible airbag impairment

Recall announced

Volkswagen Group Rus, Audi's official representative in Russia, announced a recall of 527 Audi A4, A6, A8 and TT vehicles sold in 1996–2000. The reason cited was possible impairment of airbag function; the driver's airbag module will be checked and its gas generator replaced if necessary, with repairs free to owners.

Volkswagen discloses customer data exposure

Issue disclosure

Volkswagen disclosed that an unauthorized third party obtained customer and prospective-buyer personal information from a vendor used by Audi, Volkswagen, and some authorized dealers in the United States and Canada. The article reports that more than 3.3 million customers were affected.

Recall announced for Bentley Bentayga V8 and Audi S8 vehicles

Recall announced

Volkswagen (China) Sales Co. and FAW-Volkswagen announced a recall of seven imported Bentley Bentayga V8 vehicles and one imported Audi S8 vehicle. The affected engines may have cracks in the sixth-cylinder wall, potentially causing engine damage, loss of drive power, and a fire risk if leaking oil contacts the exhaust pipe. The companies said authorized dealers would replace the engine assemblies free of charge.

Volkswagen Group brands announce vehicle recalls in China

Recall announced

The relevant sales companies filed recall plans covering specified imported Audi, Volkswagen, and Bentley vehicles in China. The recalls are scheduled to begin on June 15, 2021, because locking nuts on the rear suspension may crack and affect vehicle handling. The companies said they would replace the affected locking nuts free of charge.

Stated objective. 消除安全隐患

Recall of certain imported Audi Q7 vehicles

Recall announced

FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. announced a recall in China of three imported 2021-model-year Audi Q7 vehicles produced from July 31 to August 6, 2020. A casting defect could leave the front side airbag collision sensor housing without its locking mechanism, potentially affecting airbag and seat-belt pretensioner protection. The company said authorized Audi dealers would inspect the sensors and replace any with missing clips free of charge.

Stated objective. 消除安全隐患

Volkswagen recalls nearly 107,000 vehicles sold under Audi

Recall announced

Volkswagen recalled nearly 107,000 older vehicles sold under its Audi luxury brand because Takata driver's air bag inflators may malfunction or hurl shrapnel in a crash. The article states that the problem has led to at least one death. The recall concerns vehicles sold under the Audi brand and centers on the Takata driver's air bag inflator defect.

Volkswagen is recalling nearly 107,000 older vehicles sold under its Audi luxury brand because Takata driver's air bag inflators may malfunction or hurl shrapnel in a crash. The article says the problem has led to at least one death.

Audi proposes starter-motor replacement to address fire risk

Corrective action

Audi proposed a remedy for vehicles identified as having a fire risk: replacing the starter motor with a new, safer type. Customs authorities required strict inspection of imported vehicles to confirm that the replacement had been carried out. The report does not establish that the replacements were completed. No further details on scope, timing, or outcomes are provided in the source.

Audi provided a solution for vehicles with a fire risk: replacing the starter motor with a new, safer type. Customs required strict inspection of imported vehicles to ensure they had received the replacement. The article does not establish that the replacements were completed.

Stated objective. 消除风险

Volkswagen and Audi vehicle recall announced

Recall announced

Volkswagen (China) Sales Co. and FAW-Volkswagen announced a recall plan covering 600 Touareg vehicles and 620 Audi Q8 and A8L vehicles, scheduled to begin on July 1, 2020. According to the announcement, a supplier manufacturing deviation may cause transmission-oil leakage and related vehicle safety risks. Authorized dealers will inspect the affected oil pipes and replace them where needed. The recall plan was announced on June 24, 2020.

Stated objective. 消除安全隐患