Vehicle recallDVSA
Audi Q7, Q8 and A8 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.
Q7
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 05/11/2020 – 10/10/2023
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- 93QQ
Q8
- Build dates
- 12/01/2021 – 15/12/2023
- Manufacturer reference
- 93QQ
A8
- Build dates
- 19/02/2022 – 18/12/2023
- Manufacturer reference
- 93QQ
What to do now
There is a risk of fire on affected Audi Q7, Q8 and A8.
- Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
- Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
- Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.
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/2025/441). 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
Q7, Q8, A8
Open the DVSA notice
Questions
Why are Audi Q7, Q8 and A8 being recalled?
There is a risk of fire on affected Audi Q7, Q8 and A8. 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?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
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.