2022-2025 Audi e-tron GT Hose Parts Update SM 48-2024

Audi has released Special Notice SM 48-2024, a parts circular dated August 26, 2024, addressing inventory management for certain Audi e-tron GT hose parts applicable to the 2022-2025 Audi e-tron GT. This communication is primarily directed at parts managers, outlining a process for returning existing stock and re-ordering updated materials.

The purpose of this special notice is to streamline the parts supply chain, ensuring that dealers maintain an inventory of the most current and appropriate parts for customer vehicles. This proactive measure helps to improve the overall level of service and parts availability for affected model years.

Why This Parts Circular Was Issued

This parts circular, identified as SM 48-2024, is crucial for maintaining high standards of customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. By instructing dealers to return specific older part numbers and re-order newer versions, Audi aims to prevent the installation of superseded components and ensure that all service and repair work utilizes the latest available Audi e-tron GT hose parts. This process directly benefits owners of the 2022-2025 Audi e-tron GT by guaranteeing access to up-to-date components.

Affected Hose Part Numbers

The Special Notice SM 48-2024 identifies a list of hose part numbers that dealers are required to return. These are considered the older versions that need to be replaced in inventory.

Old Part Numbers to be Returned:

• 9J1-611-707-B (Hose)
• 9J1-611-708-B
• 9J1-611-707-C
• 9J1-611-708-C
• 9J1-611-707-H
• 9J1-611-708-H

Dealers are instructed to re-order new materials using the following updated part numbers. These new parts represent the current standard for the 2022-2025 Audi e-tron GT and other applicable models.

New Part Numbers for Re-order:

• 9J1-611-707-K (Hose)
• 9J1-611-708-K
• 9J1-611-707-L
• 9J1-611-708-L
• 9J1-611-707-M
• 9J1-611-708-M

Detailed Dealer Return Procedures

To facilitate the return process and ensure proper credit for the returned Audi e-tron GT hose parts, dealers must follow specific claims procedures as outlined in the special notice:

1. File a Claim with Return: Initiate a separate