Whistleblower System
Complying with statutory regulations and internal rules, and the principles laid down in our Code of Conduct and the Code of Conduct for Business Partners, has top priority at Audi Group. The success of our company is based on integrity and compliance. To meet these standards, it is important to learn of potential employee or supplier misconduct and to put a stop to it. That is why the Audi Investigation Office operates an independent, impartial and confidential whistleblowing system for us.
A key pillar of our Whistleblower System is the principle of procedural fairness. It also guarantees the greatest possible protection for whistleblowers, persons implicated and employees contributing to the investigation of reported misconduct.
This also includes offering opportunities for anonymous reporting and communication. We assure not to perform any steps in order to identify anonymous whistleblowers, who do not misuse our Whistleblower System. Retaliation of whistleblowers and all persons who contribute to investigations at Audi Group will not be tolerated. Persons implicated are presumed innocent until the violation is proven. Investigations will be conducted with the utmost confidentiality. The information will be processed in a fast, fair and protected process.
How do we process your report?
The qualified and experienced colleagues at the Investigation Office examine every report for potential misconduct thoroughly and follow it up systematically. First, you will get a confirmation of receipt. The Investigation Office then assesses your report. This includes gathering facts particularly from the whistleblower. Only if this initial evaluation shows grounds for suspicion of a violation an investigation by a dedicated Investigating Unit will be started. Afterwards, the results of the investigation will be assessed by the Investigation Office and appropriate measures will be recommended. Information about the status and the outcome of the procedure will be given to you without undue delay. The processing time varies depending on the subject of the procedure.
Potential violations of the Code of Conduct for Business Partners by suppliers, including serious risks and violations of human rights and environment by direct and indirect suppliers, can also be reported to the Audi Investigation Office - as well as reports requiring otherwise immediate action by the company. The Investigation Office will inform the responsible departments, that will process the issue accordingly. This particularly includes taking the necessary measures to minimize or end violations and/or risks.
Find more information on the procedural principles of the Audi Group Complaints Procedure here.
What kind of report do you want to submit?
A report of potential misconduct to our Whistleblower System
The Whistleblower System offers various channels for reporting potential misconduct by AUDI AG employees, violations of the Code of Conduct for Business Partners or serious risks and violations of human rights and environment in our Supply Chain. However, this does not affect the statutory right to contact designated authorities as described below.
Please read the data privacy statement and the statement of consent before getting in touch.
E-mail address
E-mail address
The Audi Investigation Office can be contacted via the following e-mail address:
- whistleblower-office(at)audi.de
Postal address / in person
Postal address / in person
Postal adress / in person
Postal address:
Audi Investigation Office
AUDI AG
85045 Ingolstadt, Germany
Persönlich:
Audi Investigation Office
AUDI AG
I/FG-H
85045 Ingolstadt, Germany
Please send an e-mail to whistleblower-office(at)audi.de to schedule an appointment in advance.
Ombudspersons
Ombudspersons
AUDI AG has appointed external lawyers to act as Ombudspersons. They advise on the Whistleblower System or ensure that reports from whistleblowers are forwarded anonymously to the Audi Investigation Office if desired.
If you want to get in contact with the Ombudspersons you can find their contact details here.
Online Reporting Channel
Online Reporting Channel
You have the option of using a web-based communication platform BKMS to contact the Investigation Office in many languages. This system is confidential and technically secured.
Even if your preferred language is not offered in the reporting channel, you can use any language to submit your report. You can also contact the Investigation Office in any language via e-mail or mail.
24/7 Telephone call
Do you have further questions or do you need a local contact?
Questions or suggestions for improvement concerning the Whistleblower System can also be addressed to the Investigation Office.
External Reporting Channel of Germany
The German government has defined a designated authority that also accepts reports on misconduct as external reporting channel. The external reporting channel is the Federal Office of Justice (Bundesamt für Justiz) (BfJ - Hinweisgeberstelle (bundesjustizamt.de)).
