Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited recalls certain Audi model vehicles
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is recalling several Audi model vehicles due to safety issues. The recalls include risks of insufficient seat belt restraint, overheating high-voltage batteries that could lead to fire, and potential airbag malfunctions that may increase injury risk. Affected models include Audi A6, A7, Q5, Q7, Q8, A5, A6 e-tron, Q6 e-tron, Q4 E-Tron, and E-Tron.
- Batch codes
- produced between 17 March 2025 to 30 July 2025, produced between 01 August 2019 to 31 August 2024, produced between 05 November 2024 to 24 June 2024, produced between 27 March 2025 and 08 April 2025, produced between 2022 and 2023, produced between 09 January 2020 and 16 February 2024, produced between 21 January 2021 and 21 August 2023
- What to do
- If you believe your vehicle may be impacted, contact Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited’s customer care.
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.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited recalls certain Audi model vehicles
15 December 2025
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Audi A6, A7, Q7, Q8 model vehicles.
The risk description reported to us is that a missing fastening element between the seat belt buckle and the seat belt anchorage may lead to insufficient restraining force in the event of hard braking or an accident. There is an increased risk of injury to the occupants of the front seats.
There are 16 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 17 March 2025 to 30 July 2025.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited recalls certain Audi model vehicles
11 November 2025
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Audi A6, A7, Q5 model vehicles.
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.
There are 770 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 01 August 2019 to 31 August 2024.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited recalls certain Audi model vehicles
30 October 2025
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Audi A8, Q7, Q8 model vehicles.
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.
There are 455 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 05 November 2024 to 24 June 2024.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited recalls certain Audi model vehicles
31 July 2025
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Audi A5, A6, A6 e-tron, Q6 e-tron model vehicles.
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.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited recalls certain Audi Q4 E-Tron model vehicles.
14 March 2025
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Q4 Audi E-Tron model vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby vehicles fail to display certain gear options. This may result in the vehicle rolling if the emergency parking brake is not engaged.
There are 836 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 2022 and 2023.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited recalls certain Audi E-Tron model vehicles.
20 January 2025
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Audi E-Tron model vehicles.
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 Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is recalling several Audi model vehicles due to safety issues. The recalls include risks of insufficient seat belt restraint, overheating high-voltage batteries that could lead to fire, and potential airbag malfunctions that may increase injury risk. Affected models include Audi A6, A7, Q5, Q7, Q8, A5, A6 e-tron, Q6 e-tron, Q4 E-Tron, and E-Tron.
Why is Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited being recalled?
The recall relates to a fire / burn hazard. Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is recalling several Audi model vehicles due to safety issues. The recalls include risks of insufficient seat belt restraint, overheating high-voltage batteries that could lead to fire, and potential airbag malfunctions that may increase injury risk. Affected models include Audi A6, A7, Q5, Q7, Q8, A5, A6 e-tron, Q6 e-tron, Q4 E-Tron, and E-Tron.
What should I do if I have this product?
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted, contact Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited’s customer care.
Which batches of Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited are affected?
The affected batch codes are: produced between 17 March 2025 to 30 July 2025, produced between 01 August 2019 to 31 August 2024, produced between 05 November 2024 to 24 June 2024, produced between 27 March 2025 and 08 April 2025, produced between 2022 and 2023, produced between 09 January 2020 and 16 February 2024, produced between 21 January 2021 and 21 August 2023.
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