93U8 – Compact/Portable Charging System Cable (220V/240V) – 2019-2024 Audi

Affected Vehicles

Country Beginning Model YearEnding Model YearVehicle Vehicle Count
USA20212021A73
USA20202021A84
USA20222024E‐TRON GT737
USA20192024E‐TRON QUATTRO3,001
USA20202024E‐TRON SPORTBACK QUATTRO1,212
USA20232024Q4 E‐TRON SPORTBACK1,237
USA20222024Q4 E‐TRON SUV3,042
USA20202024Q52,367
USA20222024RS E‐TRON GT469
CAN20202020A81
CAN20222024E‐TRON GT77
CAN20192024E‐TRON QUATTRO504
CAN20212024E‐TRON SPORTBACK QUATTRO263
CAN20222024Q4 E‐TRON SPORTBACK246
CAN20222024Q4 E‐TRON SUV1,032
CAN20202024Q599
CAN20222024RS E‐TRON GT25

 

Problem Description

If a 220V/240V wall plug becomes overburdened when the compact/portable charging system cable is being used to charge the high-voltage batteries in the vehicle, the home wiring can become overheated. If this happens, overheating of the home infrastructure can eventually cause permanent damage to the house socket and charging cable.

Corrective Action

Remove and destroy the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable from the Compact/Portable Charging System.

 

Precautions

The recall only affects the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable. The compact/portable charging unit and 110V home charging cable are not affected by this recall.

As a reminder, the vehicle owner’s manual contains important information about charging the vehicle. We encourage owners and anyone who drives the vehicle to review the owner’s manual to become familiar with this important information.

 

Repair Overview

Remove and destroy power cable with power plug for industrial sockets (220V/240V) from the portable charging system.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

ACTION SUMMARY

Campaign Code

Safety Recall 93U8 / Compact/Portable Charging System Cable (220V/240V)

 

Action Status

REPAIR AVAILABLE

 

Market(s)

USA & Canada

 

Affected Vehicles

Country Beginning Model YearEnding Model YearVehicle Vehicle Count
USA20212021A73
USA20202021A84
USA20222024E-TRON GT737
USA20192024E-TRON QUATTRO3,001
USA20202024E-TRON SPORTBACK QUATTRO1,212
USA20232024Q4 E-TRON SPORTBACK1,237
USA20222024Q4 E-TRON SUV3,042
USA20202024Q52,367
USA20222024RS E-TRON GT469
CAN20202020A81
CAN20222024E-TRON GT77
CAN20192024E-TRON QUATTRO504
CAN20212024E-TRON SPORTBACK QUATTRO263
CAN20222024Q4 E-TRON SPORTBACK246
CAN20222024Q4 E-TRON SUV1,032
CAN20202024Q599
CAN20222024RS E-TRON GT25

 

Problem Description

If a 220V/240V wall plug becomes overburdened when the compact/portable charging system cable is being used to charge the high-voltage batteries in the vehicle, the home wiring can become overheated. If this happens, overheating of the home infrastructure can eventually cause permanent damage to the house socket and charging cable, increasing the risk of fire.

The recall only affects the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable. The compact/portable charging unit and 110V home charging cable are not affected by this recall.

 

Corrective Action

Remove and destroy the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable from the Compact/Portable Charging System.

 

What vehicles are affected by 93U8?

93U8 applies to vehicles in dealer inventory. Check daily campaign open inventory report or OMD for affected vehicles in inventory. Remember to check Campaigns/Actions screen in ELSA to verify that a VIN qualifies for repair under this action. ELSA is the only valid campaign inquiry & verification source.

IMPORTANT!

This FAQ is intended to provide supplementary information regarding this action. For additional information, please refer to the campaign circular posted in ELSA and the Service References tool in Elsa2Go. To ensure that ALL of your personnel are aware of this action before receiving questions from any customer, please share this information with ALL personnel who have campaign-related responsibilities, including service writers, technicians, parts employees, warranty administrators, etc.

 

Is the repair available?

Yes, prior to delivery to customer, remove and destroy the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable from the Compact/Portable Charging System. See ELSA and the Service References tool in Elsa2Go for complete repair & claiming instructions.

 

Will these customers be provided with a 220V/240V adapter later?

A replacement 220V/240V cable is expected to be available at a future date. Further details will be provided as they become available.

 

Is there interim support for customers who need a charging solution?

For new EV vehicles sold prior to January 2, 2024, see the corresponding EV Charging Customer Support Offer (Program ID A23UCCSO). Always check New Car Vehicle Programs within accessaudi.com for current offer details.

 

Why does a vehicle have 93U8 showing open and 93U6 showing closed in ELSA?

Originally, all vehicles were assigned the 93U6 code. Inventory vehicles were assigned 93U8 to remove the cable; therefore, the 93U6 was closed.

IMPORTANT!

This FAQ is intended to provide supplementary information regarding this action. For additional information, please refer to the campaign circular posted in ELSA and the Service References tool in Elsa2Go. To ensure that ALL of your personnel are aware of this action before receiving questions from any customer, please share this information with ALL personnel who have campaign-related responsibilities, including service writers, technicians, parts employees, warranty administrators, etc.

 


93U6 & 93U8 – Power Outlet May Cause Charging Cable to Overheat – 2019-2024 Audi

 

93U6 & 93U8 – Power Outlet May Cause Charging Cable to Overheat – 2019-2024 Audi

 


Remedy Instructions and TSB

RCRIT-23V842-7680.pdf 436.787KB

 


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