2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Q4 E-Tron years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron. That is the most of any Q4 E-Tron model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (15 complaints, 68%), typically at around 200 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 22owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 15 | 68% | 200 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 9% | 600 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 9% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 9% | 114,630 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 5% | 1,100 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 5% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 5% | 5,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:propulsion system:dc/dc converter; electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
Problem: 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.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Exterior lighting:lighting control module:software
Problem: 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."
Risk: Incorrect headlight control module software may cause the parking lights not to operate as intended when the headlights are turned on and the turn signals are activated, which can reduce vehicle visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Electrical system:propulsion system:charging:cable/cord:onboard
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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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. The dealership service replaced the 12-volt battery which has corrected the door handle lock-unlock issue; however, it has not corrected…
The high-voltage charging system has repeatedly malfunctioned. The vehicle intermittently displays a "Charging System Malfunction" warning and a message that only AC charging is possible, the charge-port indicator blinks green and then red, and the vehicle cannot be reliably charged. The vehicle…
On three occasions, while in regenerative braking mode, my car failed to engage the brakes at low speeds. After pressing on the brake pedal for several seconds with no response, the wheels then locked completely - but only after the car had traveled had traveled around 30 feet. The dealer has…
My Audi Q4 Etron has had this issue since it was new. The car has a sensor as part of the drivers seat. Once you sit in the seat the car turn on and you can start driving. The problem is if you make any movements, like turn to look back while your backing the car up or you reach over to pick up…
On March 20, 2026, while my 2022 Audi Q4 e-tron (VIN: [XXX] ) was parked in my private garage at approximately 98% battery charge, I attempted to start the vehicle and experienced a complete electrical system failure. All electronic systems failed simultaneously, including: brake system (Brake…
Other Audi Q4 E-Tron years
← 2023 Q4 E-Tron · 2025 Q4 E-Tron →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Q4 E-Tron | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 Q4 E-Tron | 4 | 1 |
| 2024 | 22 | 3 |
| 2023 Q4 E-Tron | 17 | 4 |
| 2022 Q4 E-Tron | 3 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron?
Owners most often report electrical system, service brakes, forward collision avoidance problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 15 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Q4 E-Tron model years, the 2024 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.