Audi E-Tron Sportback Problems by Year
NHTSA has 22 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Audi E-Tron Sportback, across 5 model years (2020–2024). The 2022 model year has the most complaints (14). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Audi E-Tron Sportback years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No E-Tron Sportback model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2022 E-Tron Sportback: 14 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2021 E-Tron Sportback: 5 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2020 E-Tron Sportback: 3 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Audi E-Tron Sportback problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 17 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Audi E-Tron Sportback model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 E-Tron Sportback | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2023 E-Tron Sportback | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2022 E-Tron Sportback | 14 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2021 E-Tron Sportback | 5 | 2 | 5★ | Electrical System | |
| 2020 E-Tron Sportback | 3 | 2 | 5★ | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi E-Tron Sportback years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2022 (14), 2021 (5), 2020 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Audi E-Tron Sportback?
Electrical System, with 17 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Audi E-Tron Sportback have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.