Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi Q4 e-tron is an electric SUV that entered production in 2019. It has been subject to 6 recalls registered in EU Safety Gate and 22 recalls in the NHTSA database in the United States.
| Manufacturer | Audi |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2019 |
| Body type | SUV |
| Fuel | Electric |
| Engine power | 207 kW (278 hp) |
| Kerb weight | 2,221 kg |
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Length | 4,598 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,618 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 2 European countries that registered the Audi Q4 e-tron in 2025 (4,490 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Audi Q4 e-tron cars registered for the first time across 2 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Denmark | 4,393 |
| Germany | 97 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
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Common problems & reliability
US owners have filed 46 complaints for the Audi Q4 e-tron, most often about electrical system, service brakes, tires, power train. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy.
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain).
Recalls & safety
2 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) and 4 in the US-market NHTSA database for the Audi Q4 e-tron. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2024-06-21
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2023-07-21
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYUS · NHTSAModel year 2025
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. The on-board charger (OCDC) may fail and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.
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. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93CJ. Audi's number for this recall is 93FR.
NHTSA campaign 25V125000 · reported 28/02/2025
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYUS · NHTSAModel year 2024
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. The on-board charger (OCDC) may fail and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.
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. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93CJ. Audi's number for this recall is 93FR.
NHTSA campaign 25V125000 · reported 28/02/2025
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARDUS · NHTSAModel year 2024
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.
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. 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.
NHTSA campaign 23V842000 · reported 13/12/2023
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWAREUS · NHTSAModel year 2024
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
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.
NHTSA campaign 24V361000 · reported 22/05/2024
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Audi recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Audi Q4 e-tron?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron has a rated top speed of 160 km/h.
- How much power does the Audi Q4 e-tron have?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron produces 207 kW (278 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Audi Q4 e-tron?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron is 4,598 mm long, 1,870 mm wide and 1,618 mm tall.
- How much does the Audi Q4 e-tron weigh?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron has a kerb weight of about 2,221 kg.
- How many seats does the Audi Q4 e-tron have?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron has 5 seats.