Recall 26V-240: 2021–2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro, 2020–2023 Audi E-Tron Sportback and 3 more
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Apr 15, 2026, covering about 18,853 vehicles.
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
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V240000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi E-Tron Quattro | 2021, 2022, 2023 | All years |
| Audi E-Tron Sportback | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 | All years |
| Audi Q8 Sportback E-Tron | 2024 | All years |
| Audi SQ8 E-Tron | 2024 | All years |
| Audi SQ8 Sportback E-Tron | 2024 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V-240?
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.
How is recall 26V-240 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.