2024 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 20, 2026 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Q4 Sportback E-Tron years
Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron. That is the most of any Q4 Sportback E-Tron model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 40%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2024 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System2
Engine1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Power Train1
Service Brakes1
Unknown or Other1
Visibility/wiper1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System240%———
Engine120%———
Forward Collision Avoidance120%———
Power Train120%———
Service Brakes120%———
Unknown or Other120%———
Visibility/wiper120%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2025, with 3 complaints
2023: 1202312025: 3202532026: 120261

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2024 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron recalls (1)

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Electrical system:propulsion system:dc/dc converter; electrical system:12v/24v/48v batteryFeb 28, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V125000 · 13,769 vehicles

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.

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.

While driving in the left lane on a particularly bumpy section of Interstate 5 South in Seattle (just before the NE 50th Street overpass), I had to quickly hit my brakes as traffic abruptly slowed. The Audie "Pre-sense" sytem did trigger, but emergency autonomous braking did not. My car did not…

Service Brakes · received Apr 20, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11732463

I purchased a new 2024 Audi Q4 e-tron. The first malfunction occurred in January 2025 when a dashboard warning appeared stating the vehicle was “unable to read traffic or road signs.” The dealer confirmed a front-camera sensor failure and replaced the camera under Repair Order #193312 (1/17/25…

Engine · received Oct 7, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11691898

The contact owns a 2024 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V125000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…

Electrical System · received Jun 4, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11664962

The contact owns a 2024 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V125000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…

Electrical System · received May 8, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11659705

The warning labels that are posted on the front of the sun visors are a visual distraction that diminish the forward sight line of the driver. When I cover the warning label with my hand the depth of field and forward sight line is greatly improved. I removed this label from previous vehicles that…

Visibility/wiper · received Dec 28, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11562275

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine, forward collision avoidance problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2024 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2024 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Q4 Sportback E-Tron model years, the 2024 has too little data to compare, 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.