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Audi Q4 Sportback E-tron problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Q4 Sportback E-tron from 2022 to 2026: 10 owner complaints and 5 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2024 (5), 2025 (3), 2023 (2).

Audi Q4 Sportback E-tron
Photo: Calreyn88 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical4
Other / unknown2
Fuel & propulsion1
Visibility/Wiper1
Engine1
Transmission & drivetrain1
Brakes1
Forward collision avoidance1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
202210–
202312–
202415–
202513–
202610–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Audi Q4 Sportback E-tron?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2024 (5), 2025 (3), 2023 (2).

How many recalls has the Audi Q4 Sportback E-tron had?

Across 2022–2026, NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).