Model year record

2023 Audi e-tron recalls & problems

The 2023 Audi e-tron has 2 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls

Complaints6filed by owners

Crashes · fires2 · 0reported in complaints

Injuries · deaths0 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

Back over preventionDec 19, 2025

Sensing system › Camera

Recall 25V900000356,894 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

Electrical systemDec 13, 2023

Propulsion system › Charging › Cable/cord › Onboard

Recall 23V84200093,196 vehicles

Problem: 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. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Risk: An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Range & efficiency

e-tron S Sportback (20 inch wheels) EV

212mi range

Efficiency	44.9 kWh/100 mi
MPGe city / hwy / comb	73 / 78 / 75
Charge time (240 V)	10 h

Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive · about $1,000/year to charge

e-tron S (20 inch wheels) EV

208mi range

Efficiency	45.9 kWh/100 mi
MPGe city / hwy / comb	72 / 75 / 73
Charge time (240 V)	10 h

Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive · about $1,050/year to charge

e-tron S Sportback (21/22 inch wheels) EV

185mi range

Efficiency	52.1 kWh/100 mi
MPGe city / hwy / comb	64 / 66 / 65
Charge time (240 V)	10 h

Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive · about $1,150/year to charge

e-tron S (21/22 inch wheels) EV

181mi range

Efficiency	53.3 kWh/100 mi
MPGe city / hwy / comb	62 / 64 / 63
Charge time (240 V)	10 h

Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive · about $1,200/year to charge

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Crashes	Typical mileage*
Electrical system	2	0	—
Power train	1	0	—
Vehicle speed control	1	1	—
Unknown or other	1	1	—
Service brakes	1	0	—
Forward collision avoidanceAutomatic emergency braking	1	0	—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Forward collision avoidance › Automatic emergency braking
I was entering the freeway at a metered on-ramp. During my wait, the vehicle warned of objects that were close even though none were close to the vehicle. I then entered the freeway and several seconds later automatic emergency braking activated at a low speed of about 20-30 miles per hour with no car in front of me for about 100 ft, and the car that was there was not braking or slowing down. There was no apparent reason for the system to activate other than the already known fault documented in a service bulletin NHTSA ID Number: 10245688
Oct 8, 2026
Service brakes
When driving, my vehicle recieved multple warning messages at the same time. The first message was that my brake was malfunctioning, and when I went to brake, the brakes did not work. Thankfully, I wasn't going too fast when this happened and I was able to bring it down to a slow and turned into a lot. I could've easily hit another vehicle or totaled my car because the brakes simply stopped working. The problem seems to be at the maker level for Audi eTrons - I've read this has been happening. There were no prior warnings or issues whatsoever, in fact, I had a full service in February (3 months before this incident). Audi had a tow truck take it. The code for this is TSB 2072977/3. Their…
Jun 4, 2026
Unknown or otherCrash
On at least two occasions, my car suddenly accelerated when I was trying to reverse from a parking spot. The acceleration was very sudden. I did not even have my foot on accelerator at the time. This is extremely scary. In one occasion, I did hit a passing car as my car accelerated. Fortunately no one was hurt (or killed!), but had damage to both the cars. Second time when this happened, fortunately I was able to stop it before it hit any car behind me. On internet there are many Audi E-tron owners have similar experience either while reversing or simply while trying to park the car - the car accelerates without any warning. NHTSA need to force Audi to recall these cars and make needed…
Jun 6, 2025
Vehicle speed controlCrash
Audi E-Tron (Q8) sudden unintentional acceleration caused a collision to stationary object while releasing brake on a turn. The accelerator was not touched while turning the steering wheel into the drive. It instead launched forward beyond the agreed 5 MPH and hit a tree. Causing significant damage to the vehicleâs front passenger wheel and hood. The airbags did not deploy nor did the âpre-senseâ safety collision avoidance sensor attempted to stop the vehicle from hitting the object.
Jun 1, 2025
Electrical system
Vehicle malfunctioned and stopped in middle of highway with no warning. It forcefully braked to shutdown. Was able to restart car and drive away after a minute. Two days later it had emergency SOS warning on dashboard. Took vehicle in for diagnostic and repair. When pushing software update the module locked up and car would not start. Replaced module but not confident vehicle will not repeat random behavior. No data provided by Audi to ensure this was not trial and error corrections and that the vehicle is safe.
Apr 13, 2024
Power train
The contact owns a 2023 Audi E-Tron. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH and then stopping at a stoplight, the contact attempted to accelerate the vehicle failed to respond as needed. No warning light was illuminated. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 380.
Apr 22, 2023 · 380 miles

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.