Discussion
Leonard Stanley said:
How've you found the iPace so far?
Lovely car, though the software is a little wobbly round the edges. Not been more than about 45 miles from home in it yet but done 1650 miles in 5 weeks anyway. GOM predicting around 200-210 miles range which is enough for most of my use without public charging. oop north said:
Leonard Stanley said:
How've you found the iPace so far?
Lovely car, though the software is a little wobbly round the edges. Not been more than about 45 miles from home in it yet but done 1650 miles in 5 weeks anyway. GOM predicting around 200-210 miles range which is enough for most of my use without public charging. I've decided not to go for the E-Tron. Spoke to a couple of owners who regret the purchase. Also, I would have taken a huge hit in value, even with the Corp Tax write down. I'll wait for the market to develop and the infrastructure to mature.
oop north said:
Leonard Stanley said:
I've decided not to go for the E-Tron. Spoke to a couple of owners who regret the purchase.
What’s the problem with them?Infotainment bugs; screens freezing, Bluetooth connections dropping, virtual cockpits freezing
Adaptive cruise throwing 'unavailable' messages (sensors checked)
Charging gremlins
Ironically, a lot of the things JLR get a bad reputation for.
Really confirmed my nagging suspicion that it was the wrong vehicle at the wrong time, for me at least.
Leonard Stanley said:
oop north said:
Leonard Stanley said:
I've decided not to go for the E-Tron. Spoke to a couple of owners who regret the purchase.
What’s the problem with them?Infotainment bugs; screens freezing, Bluetooth connections dropping, virtual cockpits freezing
Adaptive cruise throwing 'unavailable' messages (sensors checked)
Charging gremlins
Ironically, a lot of the things JLR get a bad reputation for.
Really confirmed my nagging suspicion that it was the wrong vehicle at the wrong time, for me at least.
My XF was updated, OTA, to the latest version yesterday whilst I was driving, in about 30 minutes. Works well.
I’m sure Audi will sort it out, maybe the E Tron was rushed out? Though you’d think the infotainment was common to other models?
Leonard Stanley said:
Of all the areas they should nail from the start, that’s the one.
I could handle the lower range as my mileage is lower. But electronic gremlins and steep depreciation in year one, no thanks.
The GT may be a different matter.
Early adopter issues to be expected, but I'm glad I chickened out:I could handle the lower range as my mileage is lower. But electronic gremlins and steep depreciation in year one, no thanks.
The GT may be a different matter.
https://insideevs.com/news/353790/audi-recall-e-tr...
Audi has started a voluntary recall of its e-tron electric SUV in the US after some vehicles experienced a problem with a seal on the battery pack that could lead to moisture leaking into it and causing a short circuit or even a fire.
No incident has happened yet, but Audi detected the issue on five vehicles and they are not taking any risks.
An Audi representative described the issue as a problem with a faulty seal on the wiring harness between the battery pack and the charge connector.
If moisture accumulates on the component, water could leak inside the battery pack, which could lead to a short circuit or even a battery fire.
We were told that the issue was detected after five e-tron SUVs received a yellow battery warning light, but it didn’t lead to a fire in any event.
Audi sent us the following statement about the recall:
Audi of America takes the safety of its customers and the quality of our vehicles very seriously. In order to ensure the highest levels of safety and quality for our customers, we have issued a voluntary recall affecting approximately 540 e-tron vehicles that have been delivered to customers and 1,644 in total. The recall is in response to a potentially faulty seal that may allow moisture to enter the battery compartment which could lead to a short circuit or in extreme cases to a thermal event. We are applying an abundance of caution as no such incidents have been reported globally. The recall repair is expected to become available in August 2019.
Customers are being contacted directly to inform them of the recall and our dealer network is fully engaged to deliver the best customer-service possible. We regret any inconvenience caused to our customers and reservation holders as we work with all parties toward a positive outcome in the weeks ahead. Audi e-tron vehicles unaffected by the recall remain available for delivery and our reservation system remains open to receive customer reservations.”
The 540 customers who have a vehicle with a faulty part right now are given the choice to keep driving the electric vehicle.
If they ever see a yellow battery warning light, they are told to “stop and park the vehicle in the open, do not charge and contact roadside assistance.”
Customers can instead choose to get a loaner vehicle from Audi with pick up and delivery, a cash card worth $800, and as well as Audi Care or reimbursement for it if they already paid it.
Some other customers who were waiting for their cars will also be affected by the recall since the problem also affects undelivered cars.
Audi told us that they have a new shipment coming and those new vehicles don’t have the same problem. They will try to match them to the affected customers as soon as possible.
No incident has happened yet, but Audi detected the issue on five vehicles and they are not taking any risks.
An Audi representative described the issue as a problem with a faulty seal on the wiring harness between the battery pack and the charge connector.
If moisture accumulates on the component, water could leak inside the battery pack, which could lead to a short circuit or even a battery fire.
We were told that the issue was detected after five e-tron SUVs received a yellow battery warning light, but it didn’t lead to a fire in any event.
Audi sent us the following statement about the recall:
Audi of America takes the safety of its customers and the quality of our vehicles very seriously. In order to ensure the highest levels of safety and quality for our customers, we have issued a voluntary recall affecting approximately 540 e-tron vehicles that have been delivered to customers and 1,644 in total. The recall is in response to a potentially faulty seal that may allow moisture to enter the battery compartment which could lead to a short circuit or in extreme cases to a thermal event. We are applying an abundance of caution as no such incidents have been reported globally. The recall repair is expected to become available in August 2019.
Customers are being contacted directly to inform them of the recall and our dealer network is fully engaged to deliver the best customer-service possible. We regret any inconvenience caused to our customers and reservation holders as we work with all parties toward a positive outcome in the weeks ahead. Audi e-tron vehicles unaffected by the recall remain available for delivery and our reservation system remains open to receive customer reservations.”
The 540 customers who have a vehicle with a faulty part right now are given the choice to keep driving the electric vehicle.
If they ever see a yellow battery warning light, they are told to “stop and park the vehicle in the open, do not charge and contact roadside assistance.”
Customers can instead choose to get a loaner vehicle from Audi with pick up and delivery, a cash card worth $800, and as well as Audi Care or reimbursement for it if they already paid it.
Some other customers who were waiting for their cars will also be affected by the recall since the problem also affects undelivered cars.
Audi told us that they have a new shipment coming and those new vehicles don’t have the same problem. They will try to match them to the affected customers as soon as possible.
SpikeBmth said:
Audi has started a voluntary recall of its e-tron electric SUV in the US after some vehicles experienced a problem with a seal on the battery pack that could lead to moisture leaking into it and causing a short circuit or even a fire.
No incident has happened yet, but Audi detected the issue on five vehicles and they are not taking any risks.
An Audi representative described the issue as a problem with a faulty seal on the wiring harness between the battery pack and the charge connector.
If moisture accumulates on the component, water could leak inside the battery pack, which could lead to a short circuit or even a battery fire.
We were told that the issue was detected after five e-tron SUVs received a yellow battery warning light, but it didn’t lead to a fire in any event.
Audi sent us the following statement about the recall:
Audi of America takes the safety of its customers and the quality of our vehicles very seriously. In order to ensure the highest levels of safety and quality for our customers, we have issued a voluntary recall affecting approximately 540 e-tron vehicles that have been delivered to customers and 1,644 in total. The recall is in response to a potentially faulty seal that may allow moisture to enter the battery compartment which could lead to a short circuit or in extreme cases to a thermal event. We are applying an abundance of caution as no such incidents have been reported globally. The recall repair is expected to become available in August 2019.
Customers are being contacted directly to inform them of the recall and our dealer network is fully engaged to deliver the best customer-service possible. We regret any inconvenience caused to our customers and reservation holders as we work with all parties toward a positive outcome in the weeks ahead. Audi e-tron vehicles unaffected by the recall remain available for delivery and our reservation system remains open to receive customer reservations.”
The 540 customers who have a vehicle with a faulty part right now are given the choice to keep driving the electric vehicle.
If they ever see a yellow battery warning light, they are told to “stop and park the vehicle in the open, do not charge and contact roadside assistance.”
Customers can instead choose to get a loaner vehicle from Audi with pick up and delivery, a cash card worth $800, and as well as Audi Care or reimbursement for it if they already paid it.
Some other customers who were waiting for their cars will also be affected by the recall since the problem also affects undelivered cars.
Audi told us that they have a new shipment coming and those new vehicles don’t have the same problem. They will try to match them to the affected customers as soon as possible.
AOA bricking themselves over class action.No incident has happened yet, but Audi detected the issue on five vehicles and they are not taking any risks.
An Audi representative described the issue as a problem with a faulty seal on the wiring harness between the battery pack and the charge connector.
If moisture accumulates on the component, water could leak inside the battery pack, which could lead to a short circuit or even a battery fire.
We were told that the issue was detected after five e-tron SUVs received a yellow battery warning light, but it didn’t lead to a fire in any event.
Audi sent us the following statement about the recall:
Audi of America takes the safety of its customers and the quality of our vehicles very seriously. In order to ensure the highest levels of safety and quality for our customers, we have issued a voluntary recall affecting approximately 540 e-tron vehicles that have been delivered to customers and 1,644 in total. The recall is in response to a potentially faulty seal that may allow moisture to enter the battery compartment which could lead to a short circuit or in extreme cases to a thermal event. We are applying an abundance of caution as no such incidents have been reported globally. The recall repair is expected to become available in August 2019.
Customers are being contacted directly to inform them of the recall and our dealer network is fully engaged to deliver the best customer-service possible. We regret any inconvenience caused to our customers and reservation holders as we work with all parties toward a positive outcome in the weeks ahead. Audi e-tron vehicles unaffected by the recall remain available for delivery and our reservation system remains open to receive customer reservations.”
The 540 customers who have a vehicle with a faulty part right now are given the choice to keep driving the electric vehicle.
If they ever see a yellow battery warning light, they are told to “stop and park the vehicle in the open, do not charge and contact roadside assistance.”
Customers can instead choose to get a loaner vehicle from Audi with pick up and delivery, a cash card worth $800, and as well as Audi Care or reimbursement for it if they already paid it.
Some other customers who were waiting for their cars will also be affected by the recall since the problem also affects undelivered cars.
Audi told us that they have a new shipment coming and those new vehicles don’t have the same problem. They will try to match them to the affected customers as soon as possible.
Audi UK - "It's a feature, sir. My manager, 'Dean' (probably ex Carphone Warehouse, definitely shiny shoes) sent round an email earlier."
Here’s mine, a returned edition 1 (no idea why it was returned).
Charged exclusively at home from solar panels and Tesla battery. 201 miles from full charge. Drives beautifully and quiet. Don’t like the artificial whine, meant to warn pedestrians. Interior not bad, better than my old RSQ3 and X3 M40i. Still learning all the foibles. Has the wing cameras, reduce width but have to be manually folded in ( should have been sorted before release), also viewing position for screen too low.
Driven 1000 miles so far, will update
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