The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·24V428000·Announced 2024-06-10

Audi Recalls 2024 Q8 E-Tron Models for Brake Line Defect

Volkswagen is recalling 2024 Audi Q8 E-Tron vehicles because an over-tightened brake line connection may leak fluid, reducing braking ability and increasing crash risk.

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 in the braking system that results in reduced braking ability and an increased risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2024 Audi Q8 Sportback E-Tron Quattro and Q8 E-Tron Quattro vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the brake line connection may have been over-tightened during manufacturing. This condition can cause the connection to fail, resulting in a brake fluid leak and reduced braking ability.

Reduced braking ability can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The defect is located in the service brakes, specifically the air supply hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pressure line as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47DE.

The recalled product

Product
AUDI Q8 SPORTBACK E-TRON, Q8 E-TRON
Brand
AUDI
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
65

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 (2)

  • Q8 SPORTBACK E-TRON
  • Q8 E-TRON

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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