The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro, 2020-2023 Audi E-Tron Sportback, 2024 Q8 E-Tron, Q8 Sportback E-Tron, SQ8 E-Tron, and SQ8 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.
The risk
Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and tighten the pushrod screw joint as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 28, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46P7. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V621. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 17, 2026.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-240 (26V240000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 46P7 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages |
| Report date | April 15, 2026 |
| Owners notified | April 28, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 18,853 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2021 Audi e-tron
- 2022 Audi e-tron
- 2023 Audi e-tron
- 2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback
- 2021 Audi E-Tron Sportback
- 2022 Audi E-Tron Sportback
- 2023 Audi E-Tron Sportback
Plus 3 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-240 repair free?
Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and tighten the pushrod screw joint as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 28, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46P7.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 18,853 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.