“A combination of production problems.” Several electric vehicles from Porsche and Audi, two brands in the Volkswagen group, are recalling a “fire risk.”
The Porsche Taycan produced from October 21, 2019 is concerned (Ref: Y1A, E13*2007/46*0919*01-*08), the Audi E-tron GT and RS E-TRON GT produced from 9 January 2020 (FW (FW , E1*2018/858*00005*), as well as the Audi A6 Tfsi-e, A7 TFSI-E and Q5 TFSI-E produced from January 21, 2021 (F2, FY, E1*2007/46*1550*, E1 *2007/46*1801*).
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Regarding the Porsche Taycan and Audi E-Tron, the recall procedure indicates that “a combination of production problems (such as a torn anode tab, a bent cathode tab, a peeled cathode or a double pocket crack) were found.” production) at certain high voltage modules of the batteries. “Over the life of the vehicle, these problems, when combined, can increase the risk of fire,” they add.
Similarly, the high-voltage battery of the A6 TFSI-E, A7 TFSI and Q5 TFSI-E models “may overheat” during charging “due to a defect in the battery modules.” “This can cause a fire and cause injuries to occupants and bystanders,” the reminders read.
Motorist owners of these vehicles are invited to contact the dealer.
Source: BFM TV
