Hi all,
In my case, I now have 4 x continentals on my car as of a couple of weeks ago.
Mine are also on their way now to Dunlop. I did not keep one behind but do have ample evidence of the issues. Audi also had supplied the tyres via a local supplier and have health reports on the tyres at the time of Servicing, MOT and the most recent servicing when the problem was identified. In my case as mentioned earlier, it was fine some 7 months ago and with only .5mm tread worn since the last check, all 4 have apparently got the cuts/splits.
Dunlop to date have been very helpful in terms of advising and communicating but until they get the tyres, their hands are tied and unfortunately Audi have taken a few weeks to get them sent off. As Anish has mentioned, it will not be a quick turnaround either as they go from Dunlop UK to Dunlop Germany (I think?) before the inspection is complete and the slow process of returning the monies.
Will update as and when I get more information but I won't rollover with this one especially as this is the second time I have been hit with a Dunlop tyre issue way earlier than they should have. Mine still had 4-5mm across all 4 remaining so not an expense I was ever expecting this year and maybe not even with this car before I change next year.