Audi when using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
The short version
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported a problem with the cable/cord onboard. Here is what owners need to know.
When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 23V-842.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2021–2022 | Audi A7 |
| 2020–2021 | Audi A8 |
| 2022–2024 | Audi Q4 |
| 2020–2024 | Audi Q5 |
| 2022–2024 | Audi RS e-tron GT |
| 2019–2024 | Audi e-tron |
| 2022–2024 | Audi e-tron GT |
What changed
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