Audi is initiating a recall for its e-tron and Q8 e-tron electric SUVs in Vietnam. This recall affects vehicles produced from 2/2/2018 to 11/6/2024.

Audi e-tron launched at VMS 2022.

At its 2022 launch, the vehicle was priced at 2.97 billion VND.

At its 2022 launch, the vehicle was priced at 2.97 billion VND.

Regular product quality monitoring and research from parent company Audi AG revealed a potential issue: the bolt connecting the brake pedal pushrod and the brake booster may not have been tightened to the required technical specifications in the affected vehicle lines.

If this connection completely loosens, the vehicle's normal braking performance and function could be significantly compromised, posing a potential safety risk during operation. While the company has not recorded any accidents or safety incidents related to this issue in Vietnam or globally, this is a proactive measure by the manufacturer to prevent risks.

Audi Vietnam confirmed that 9 vehicles sold are subject to the recall, comprising 6 e-tron vehicles and 3 Q8 e-tron vehicles.

Audi Q8 e-tron is priced at 3.8 billion VND in Vietnam.

The all-electric SUV has a range of 582 km per full charge.

Q8 e-tron interior design.

The German luxury automaker stated that even in a worst-case scenario where the connection loosens, the vehicle can still decelerate using its controlled emergency braking function. Drivers can activate this feature by pressing and holding the electronic parking brake button on the center console to bring the vehicle to a safe stop.

The recall program will run from 21/5/2026 to 21/5/2029. Inspection and repair will be completely free of charge at authorized Audi Vietnam dealerships.

Luong Dung