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45E1- ESP Control Module Software Update (NVLW)

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UPDATE – ESP Control Module Software Update (NVLW) March 9, 2016 Model(s): Q3
Year : 2016
VIN Range : See Campaign/Action screen in Elsa
Vehicle-Specific Equipment : None

Condition This Update has been proactively released to prevent the following condition from occurring in the vehicle: On Audi Q3 vehicles manufactured within a specific period, in rare situations the ESP control module may cause an excessive amount of current to be drawn from the battery after the vehicle has been parked. This may lead to the battery charge level being reduced.

This Update is in effect until removed.

Vehicle must meet all of the following criteria:

• Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 45E1 code in the Elsa Campaign/Action Information screen on the day of repair.
• Vehicle must be within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Procedure must be performed within the allotted time frame stated in this Technical Service Bulletin.
• Procedure must be performed on applicable vehicles in dealer inventory prior to sale.​


Technical Background On Audi Q3 vehicles manufactured within a specific period, in rare situations the ESP control module may cause an excessive amount of current to be drawn from the battery after the vehicle has been parked. This may lead to the battery charge level being reduced.
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