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2019-2024 · 6 model years

Audi E-Tron Problems by year

Owners have filed 36 complaints about the Audi E-Tron across 6 model years, and it has 13 recalls. The 2021 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (36). The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the transmission & drivetrain.

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Most complaints for its age202136 complaints · 9 recallsSee the 2021
Complaints
36
Recalls
13
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

E-Tron complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20240300-C
20230200-B
20220500-C
202136901Electrical systemF
20200400-B
20190500-B

Most common E-Tron problems

Audi E-Tron recalls 13

Service brakes

21V70700038 vehicles affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi E-Tron Quattro and E-Tron Sportback Quattro vehicles. Corrosion in the brake booster may cause the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), speedometer display...

Covers2021 Audi E-Tron

Latest E-Tron complaints

2021 Audi E-TronElectrical system

I own a 2021 Audi e-tron with approximately 58000 miles. Beginning in March 2026, the vehicle developed intermittent Virtual Cockpit/instrument-cluster problems with blank display. I reported the condition to Audi dealer of Princeton NJ. The vehicle subsequently experienced two dead 12-volt battery incidents and became inoperable. The second 12 volt battery was new. Following the most recent incident, the Audi dealer diagnosed the Virtual Cockpit/instrument cluster as causing a drain on the 12-volt battery and...

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recommended replacement at a cost of approximately $3,500. The replacement part is unavailable, and Audi has provided no estimated delivery date. The vehicle has remained out of service since July 03rd 2026. This condition presents a potential safety concern because failure of the instrument cluster may prevent the driver from reliably viewing speed, warning indicators, vehicle status, range, and other safety-related information. The recurring 12-volt battery discharge may also leave the vehicle unexpectedly disabled. The vehicle is additionally showing an indicated range of only approximately 160 miles at 100% charge. Audi has not established whether this is related to the instrument-cluster failure, high-voltage battery condition, battery-management system, software, or another electrical defect. Audi has not provided documentation of a comprehensive high-voltage battery health and capacity evaluation. Audi issued a recall or service campaign affecting other 2021 Audi vehicles for substantially similar Virtual Cockpit/display problems. However, Audi states that my VIN is excluded and has not provided a technical explanation identifying a different component, part number, software version, supplier, or failure mechanism. I request that NHTSA evaluate whether the recurring instrument-cluster failure and 12-volt battery discharge constitute a broader safety defect and whether the existing Audi recall or service-campaign population should include this car.

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 11752046
2021 Audi E-TronTransmission & drivetrainElectrical systemBrakes

Moisture build-up in the high-voltage electrical system through a faulty seal on the charging socket, which can cause a short circuit and significantly increase the risk of a vehicle fire. If you get a warning light saying "electrical system: fault," you should stop driving immediately, park outdoors away from structures, and not charge the vehicle. Braking problems caused by sub-standard welding within the ABS rotor and shaft. High-voltage battery modules that may overheat, also increasing the risk of fire. ...

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An infotainment unit that can become internally damaged when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display a federal safety standard violation. This clearly shows the vehicle was badly manufactured, during a chip shortage in 2020. This vehicle is a complete failure by Audi and puts so many innocent peoples lives at risk.

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · Service brakesNHTSA 11738208
2021 Audi E-TronElectrical systemEngine & cooling

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - While on highway the vehicle loosed all Power indicating Electrical Malfunction How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? It happened on I-35 Freeway twice putting me in danger of 18 wheelers around me. I am afraid to be in the vehicle even if they return it to me. Based on records this issue has been present on the car since it rolled off manufacturing. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed...

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by a dealer or independent service center? Yes and Dealer has reproduced it and has the car with them for 5 Plus months. Have replaced many components and are not able to resolve it. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? South Austin Audi Dealer has been working with Audi Corporate Technical team and have replaced 5 parts to no resolution. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? Electrical Malfunction - Red light flashing to pull the care over to the emergency lane but there is no acceleration - you are left to depend on whatever momentum is left on the car. Based on records this issue has been present on the car since it rolled off manufacturing. Based on records this issue has been present on the car since it rolled off manufacturing.

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11731663
2021 Audi E-TronElectrical system

Audi dealership charged fee for a repair that they the,selves acknowledged is under a technical service bulletin and despite my having extended warranty that is supposed to cover such repairs. This is for the main media interface going blank repeatedly every ~5 minutes or so while driving. Audi charged me for a repair that is a known safetyissue and is covered under warranty.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Unknown or otherNHTSA 11728247
2021 Audi E-TronElectrical system

Tied with NHTSA Recall 25V900 - Review Camera Software. Dealer was unable to complete the recall due to internal malfunction of USB Interface on vehicle. Dealer quoted a non itemized Repair Estimate of $1,045.50 to replace the interface in order to be able to complete the open recall. No visible user caused damage to interface and prior Technical Support Bulletin (2066315) for issues with USB covering specific vehicle. Given the dependence on software within our vehicles, the USB interface used to perform required recall work should be covered when failure is internal to the interface module.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Unknown or otherNHTSA 11718481
2021 Audi E-TronElectrical system

The vehicle's central locking system does not properly communicate with the keyfob resulting in the doors not unlocking as intended. I have had my child in the car seat in the back and if i accidentantly touch the handle the wrong way the doors will lock and I am unable to use the unlock feature to get my kid out. This could be a serious safety issue if someone becomes trapped in the rear seat and the central locking system does not allow unlocking of the doors.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Unknown or otherNHTSA 11702257

Questions about the Audi E-Tron

Which Audi E-Tron years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2021 (36). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2021 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Audi E-Tron years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2023, 2020, 2019 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other E-Tron years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Audi E-Tron problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (24), transmission & drivetrain (9), engine & cooling (7) most often.

How many recalls does the Audi E-Tron have?

NHTSA lists 13 recalls across all Audi E-Tron model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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