Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Component
- Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 9,653
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2024-06-20
- Owners notified
- 2024-08-06
Defect description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Audi RS E-Tron GT and Audi E-Tron GT vehicles. The front axle brake hoses can develop tears, causing a leak and a brake circuit failure.
Safety risk
A failed brake circuit can cause longer brake pedal travel and reduced braking performance, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the front axle brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 6, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 47UP.