2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron
Only 22 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 22 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 22 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
15 of 22 total reports mention: electrical system.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Within the first 6 months of owning the car my 2024 Audi Q4 E-tron premium door handle lock - unlock would not work and the car would intermittently not start.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260819
The high-voltage charging system has repeatedly malfunctioned.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260810
4 of 22 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH3 of 22 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing external/pedestrian alert and warnings.
CRASH INJURY2 of 22 total reports mention: tires.
2 of 22 total reports mention: steering.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 2024 Audi Q4 E-tron. The contact stated upon driving into the parking lot of an occupied charging station at 30-35 MPH and attempting to pull into the charging station, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly and spun several times.
NHTSA ODI report, 20241212
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 23V842000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 24V361000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 AUDI Q4 E-Tron SUV, AUDI Q4 E-Tron Sportback, and 2024 ID.4 vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the OCDC, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 20, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Campaign 25V125000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V842000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V361000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V125000 (electrical system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2024 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 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 68% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.