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Automotive · New Zealand · 2026-04-16

Audi E-Tron/Q8 E-Tron brake servo push rod bolted connection may not comply

Country	New Zealand
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-04-16
Models affected	E-TRON, Q8 E-TRON
Model year	2019-2025
Defect	The bolted connection for the push rod for the brake servo must be checked on your vehicle as it potentially does not comply with technical requirements. If this connection is not properly secured, there is a risk that it may come loose. As a result, the mechanical connection between the foot brake and the brake servo would no longer be securely intact._x000D_ _x000D_ If the connection comes completely loose, braking is only possible using the controlled emergency braking function; this is operated by pressing and holding the electromechanical parking brake button on the centre console (refer…
Remedy	Book into an authorized Audi Dealership.
Recall number	NQ20260416-46P7
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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