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Audi Q4 E-tron problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Q4 E-tron from 2022 to 2026: 46 owner complaints and 14 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2024 (22), 2023 (17), 2025 (4). Best fuel economy: 103 mpg combined (2023).

Audi Q4 E-tron
Photo: Calreyn88 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical30
Forward collision avoidance8
Brakes8
Speed control / throttle7
Steering4
Other / unknown4
Tires4
Engine3

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20225395
2023417103
2024322–
202514–
202610–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Audi Q4 E-tron?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2024 (22), 2023 (17), 2025 (4).

How many recalls has the Audi Q4 E-tron had?

Across 2022–2026, NHTSA lists 14 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).