The 2024 RS e-tron GT is essentially brand-new, so real-world failure data is extremely limited. Early issues center around high-voltage battery management software, charging system faults, and typical Porsche Taycan platform gremlins since they share nearly everything under the skin.
High-Voltage Battery Contactor/BMS Faults
Occasional · high severity
Symptoms: Propulsion system malfunction warning with no drive capability, Vehicle will not power on or enter Ready mode, Intermittent loss of power during acceleration, Battery pre-conditioning fails before DC fast charging
Fix: Usually software recalibration via dealer tool, but can require battery management module replacement or high-voltage contactor assembly replacement. 2-4 hours diagnostic plus 3-6 hours if hardware swap needed. Must be performed at dealer or certified EV shop with HV isolation equipment.
Estimated cost: $800-3,500
Onboard Charger Failure
Occasional · medium severity
Symptoms: AC Level 2 charging does not initiate or stops mid-session, Charging port light blinks red/yellow, DC fast charging works fine but home charging fails, Charger overheat warnings in cool ambient temperatures
Fix: Onboard charger module lives under rear cargo floor. Replacement requires removing interior trim, cargo floor panel, and disconnecting HV system. Software updates attempt first, but hardware replacement common. 4-6 hours labor at certified shop.
Estimated cost: $2,800-5,200
Rear Camera/Surround View System Glitches
Common · low severity
Symptoms: Backup camera displays 'camera unavailable' intermittently, Top-down 360 view freezes or shows corrupted image, Camera lens condensation that doesn't clear, Parking sensors trigger false warnings
Fix: Usually software update resolves it, but some units need camera module replacement. Rear camera access requires bumper removal. 1.5-3 hours depending on which camera and whether coding is needed after hardware swap.
Estimated cost: $600-1,800
Air Suspension Compressor/Valve Block Faults
Occasional · medium severity
Typical onset: 20,000-40,000 mi
Symptoms: Vehicle sits low on one corner after sitting overnight, Suspension malfunction warning with reduced ride height available, Compressor runs excessively or won't shut off, Inability to raise/lower ride height via drive mode selector
Fix: Shares air suspension components with Taycan—valve blocks and height sensors are common culprits. Compressor is trunk-mounted. Diagnosis requires proprietary scan tool to read sensor data and valve actuation tests. 2-5 hours depending on component.
Estimated cost: $1,200-3,800
Rear Differential/Drive Unit Noise
Rare · medium severity
Typical onset: 15,000-35,000 mi
Symptoms: Whining or howling noise from rear during acceleration, Clunking when transitioning from regen to acceleration, Metallic grinding at highway speeds, Vibration through floor during hard launches
Fix: Rear drive unit is a sealed assembly—internal gear or bearing failure means complete unit replacement. Requires HV disconnect, subframe drop, halfshaft removal. Dealer-only repair due to HV system and software marriage to VIN. 8-12 hours labor.
Estimated cost: $8,000-15,000
Brake Vacuum Pump/Booster Faults
Occasional · high severity
Symptoms: Hard brake pedal with reduced braking power, Brake system malfunction warning, Electric vacuum pump runs continuously or not at all, Extended stopping distances despite new pads/rotors
Fix: EVs use electric vacuum pumps for brake boost since there's no engine vacuum. Pump or booster failure requires front subframe access. Bleeding brake system after replacement mandatory. 3-5 hours labor with specialized EV brake tools.
Estimated cost: $1,800-3,200
Owner tips
Pre-condition battery before DC fast charging via app to extend battery longevity and reduce charge times
Avoid letting vehicle sit below 20% state of charge for extended periods—keep plugged in when parked
Software updates address many early gremlins—stay current via dealer or OTA when available
Budget $200-300/year for extended warranty after factory coverage—HV components are catastrophically expensive out of pocket
Too new to recommend used unless you secure comprehensive EV component warranty—early adopter tax is real, and out-of-warranty repairs will financially total the car.
AI-assisted summary drawn from NHTSA recall data, our labor-times database, and platform knowledge. Not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on a specific vehicle.
Fitment notes: Auxiliary 12V battery; located in front trunk; AGM required for start-stop and energy management system
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Every control module on the 2022-2026 Audi RS e-tron GT — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
Front Electric Drive Control Module (FEDCM)3.0 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Front motor compartment, integrated with front motor inverter
🔧 VAS 6154/ODIS + Security Gateway access
⚠️ Controls front electric motor (RS model has dual-motor AWD); high-voltage lockout mandatory. Often replaced as motor/inverter assembly.
⚠️ Controls power adjustment, heating, ventilation functions.
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · 25V900000
2025-12-19
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 E-TRON GT, and RS E-TRON GT vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module.
Consequence: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy free of charge.
For vehicles where on-line data is available (Audi recall number 931A), as an interim measure, the vehicles will be monitored
through online data evaluation at no cost to owners. Where the online data shows a potentially critical battery module, the owner
will be contacted and advised to only charge the vehicle up to 80% charging capacity until the affected module can be replaced at
an authorized Audi dealer, free of charge.
For vehicles where online-data is not available (Audi recall number 931B), as an interim measure, dealers will perform diagnostic
procedures and, if necessary, replace battery module assemblies, free of charge. Owners of these vehicles will also be advised to
only charge their vehicle up to 80% charging capacity, and the inspection may have to be repeated before the software becomes
available.
Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi recall number 931A on July 24, 2025, and 931B was mailed on July 28, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 931A and 931B. This recall expands and replaces previous recall numbers 24V-229, and 24V-228. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS · 24V465000
2024-06-20
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Audi RS E-Tron GT and Audi E-Tron GT vehicles. The front axle brake hoses can develop tears, causing a leak and a brake circuit failure.
Consequence: A failed brake circuit can cause longer brake pedal travel and reduced braking performance, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front axle brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 6, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 47UP.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Audi RS E-Tron GT and E-Tron GT vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules.
Consequence: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will, analyze the battery data and replace the high-voltage battery modules as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 21, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93VN.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Consequence: An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.
Performance
Horsepower
637hp
Torque
612lb-ft
0–60 mph
3.1sec
Quarter mile
11.3sec
Top speed
155mph
Fuel economy (EPA)
City
85MPGe
Highway
85MPGe
Combined
85MPGe
Fuel
Electricity
Capability & size
Curb weight
5,148lb
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Wiper blades
Sedan body style, no rear wiper. Same generation continues.
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 2024 Audi RS e-tron GT Electric Dual Motor and can vary by trim.
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