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Audi E-tron problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every E-tron from 2019 to 2024: 151 owner complaints and 28 recalls across 6 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2019 (77), 2021 (36), 2022 (31). Best fuel economy: 85 mpg combined (2024).

Audi E-tron
Photo: Vauxford · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical78
Other / unknown32
Engine22
Transmission & drivetrain22
Fuel & propulsion16
Brakes16
Forward collision avoidance11
Speed control / throttle5

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
201957774
20204177
202193678
202253178
20232679
20243085

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Audi E-tron?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2019 (77), 2021 (36), 2022 (31).

How many recalls has the Audi E-tron had?

Across 2019–2024, NHTSA lists 28 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).