Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited recalls certain Audi A6 TFSI-e, A7 TFSI-e, Q5 TFSI-e model vehicles.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is recalling certain Audi A6 TFSI-e, A7 TFSI-e, and Q5 TFSI-e model vehicles due to anomalies in key technical parameters found in the battery modules. This may lead to a defect in the battery modules, increasing the risk of fire during charging, which could result in serious or fatal injury and significant property damage.
- Brand
- Audi
- Product
- A6 TFSI-e, A7 TFSI-e, Q5 TFSI-e
- Batch codes
- 21 January 2021 to 21 August 2023
- What to do
- Consumers should contact Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited’s customer care or their online web form if they believe their vehicle may be impacted.
Recall campaign next steps
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Audi Ireland) has sent a letter to the registered owners of the vehicles affected informing them of the recall and the next steps to be taken.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited’s customer care on 01 2120100 or alternatively through their online web form.
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15 December 2025
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There are 16 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 17 March 2025 to 30 July 2025.
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A safety issue has been identified whereby the cell modules of the high-voltage battery could overheat during charging. There is a risk of fire.
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31 July 2025
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A safety issue has been identified whereby the front passenger airbag may have a reduced protective effect when deployed in an accident, thus increasing the risk of injury to a passenger. In addition, if the front passenger airbag is deployed as a result of an accident, the gas generator housing may burst or components of the gas generator housing may come loose and cause serious or fatal injuries to vehicle occupants.
There are 5 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 27 March 2025 and 08 April 2025.
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There are 836 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 2022 and 2023.
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20 January 2025
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A safety issue has been identified whereby anomalies in key parameters were found in some battery modules. Over the service life of the vehicle, these may cause a defect in the battery modules concerned. This could give rise to a risk of fire.
There are 4 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 09 January 2020 and 16 February 2024.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited recalls certain Audi A6 TFSI-e, A7 TFSI-e, Q5 TFSI-e model vehicles.
15 January 2025
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Audi A6 TFSI-e, A7 TFSI-e, Q5 TFSI-e model vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby anomalies in key technical parameters have been found in the battery modules. Over the service life of the vehicle, these may cause a defect in the battery modules concerned. As a result, there is an increased risk of fire when the high-voltage battery is being charged. This could result in serious or fatal injury to persons inside and outside the vehicle and may also cause significant property damage.
There are 23 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 21 January 2021 and 21 August 2023.
Frequently asked questions
Is A6 TFSI-e, A7 TFSI-e, Q5 TFSI-e being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is recalling certain Audi A6 TFSI-e, A7 TFSI-e, and Q5 TFSI-e model vehicles due to anomalies in key technical parameters found in the battery modules. This may lead to a defect in the battery modules, increasing the risk of fire during charging, which could result in serious or fatal injury and significant property damage.
Why is A6 TFSI-e, A7 TFSI-e, Q5 TFSI-e being recalled?
The recall relates to a fire / burn hazard. Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is recalling certain Audi A6 TFSI-e, A7 TFSI-e, and Q5 TFSI-e model vehicles due to anomalies in key technical parameters found in the battery modules. This may lead to a defect in the battery modules, increasing the risk of fire during charging, which could result in serious or fatal injury and significant property damage.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should contact Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited’s customer care or their online web form if they believe their vehicle may be impacted.
Which batches of A6 TFSI-e, A7 TFSI-e, Q5 TFSI-e are affected?
The affected batch codes are: 21 January 2021 to 21 August 2023.
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