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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·22V927000·Announced 2022-12-14

Audi Recalls 2022 E-Tron GT Models Due to Suspension Strut Defect

Audi is recalling 96 2022 E-Tron GT vehicles because a retaining ring on the front suspension strut may come loose, potentially causing air loss and loss of vehicle control.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension strut) that may cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 Audi E-Tron GT vehicles. The recall involves 96 vehicles where a retaining ring on top of the front suspension strut may come loose. This defect can result in air loss from the strut spring.

An air suspension strut failure may cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, which increases the risk of a crash. No specific dates for when the defect occurs or specific driving conditions are provided in the source text.

Dealers will inspect the suspension strut and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on February 10, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
AUDI E-TRON GT
Brand
AUDI
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Suspension
Hazard
Affected units
96

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • E-TRON GT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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