2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2022: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 22 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Forward collision avoidance
3 of 3 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Show complaint excerpts
Re; Audi Q4 etron vin [XXX] On XXX while on my driveway, approaching the garage, a sound came from the dashboard, a written message appeared on the screen, and almost simultaneously the car suddenly accelerated, going thru the partially open...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-24
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
As I was coasting into a parking space perpendicular to a curb, sidewalk, and store fronts, about a foot from the curb, the engine ROARED and rapidly accelerated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-18
Also filed under Vehicle speed control and electrical system
Vehicle speed control
2 of 3 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Electrical system
2 of 3 total reports mention: electrical system.
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2023-02-14Back over prevention22V823000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8, Audi S3, RS3 Sedan, Q4 E-Tron SUV, A3 Sedan, and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, and ID4 vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available.
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2023-05-11Air bags23V189000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Q4 E-Tron SUV and Q4 E-Tron Sportback vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will install cloth tape in the driver and front passenger B-pillar area, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
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2024-03-28Electrical system23V842000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations.
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2024-06-06Exterior lighting24V361000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q4 E-TRON and Q4 E-TRON Sportback vehicles. The incorrect headlight control module software may have been installed.
Remedy: Dealers will update the headlight control module with a new data set, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 941L.
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2025-03-14Power train, service brakes, hydraulic25V120000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2023 ID.4, 2022-2023 Audi Q4 e-Tron, and Q4 e-Tron Sportback vehicles. The instrument panel may not properly display the transmission gear lever indicator.
Remedy: Dealers will update the brake control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 14, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V823000 · Back over prevention
- Recall 23V189000 · Air bags
- Recall 23V842000 · Electrical system
- Recall 24V361000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 25V120000 · Power train, service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.