Vehicle recallDVSA
Audi A6, A7 and Q5 recalled over a fire risk
On affected vehicles there may be defective battery modules which may result in a fire hazard when charging the high-voltage battery.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
3 identifiers listed for this notice.
A6
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 26/02/2021 – 10/06/2024
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- 93AD
A7
- Build dates
- 20/12/2021 – 10/06/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- 93AD
Q5
- Build dates
- 22/03/2021 – 26/07/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- 93AD
What to do now
There is a risk of fire on affected Audi A6, A7 and Q5.
- Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
- Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
- Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.
Why it matters. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.
Repairs and costs
Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.
If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2025/463). Quoted as issued.
Summary
On affected vehicles there may be defective battery modules which may result in a fire hazard when charging the high-voltage battery.
Defect
On affected vehicles there may be defective battery modules which may result in a fire hazard when charging the high-voltage battery.
Remedy
Update the software of the high-voltage battery to improve the self-diagnosis capabilities. Vehicle owners are advised to not charge the high-voltage battery using external charging sources and also not use the e-tron modes “Battery charge” and “Battery hold” until the update is applied.
Models
A6, A7, Q5
Open the DVSA notice
Questions
Why are Audi A6, A7 and Q5 being recalled?
There is a risk of fire on affected Audi A6, A7 and Q5. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
Will the repair cost anything?
Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.