Model year
2024 Audi Q4 e-tron
NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 22 complaints for the 2024 Audi Q4 e-tron (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (15), SERVICE BRAKES (3), POWER TRAIN (2). NHTSA rated the SUV AWD 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 93–103 MPGe combined and 32.7–36.4 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $750–$800, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
Recalls
25V125000 · Feb 28, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
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.
24V361000 · May 22, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
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…
23V842000 · Dec 13, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD
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…
Complaints
22 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 2, fire flag on 0, injury field 2, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
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Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV AWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 · possibility 0.113 | NHTSA photo |
| SUV RWD | Not rated | 4 | 5 | 3 | Not Rated · possibility 0 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 40 e-tron · Automatic (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 112 | 94 | 103 | 32.7 | 265 | $750 |
| Q4 50 e-tron quattro · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 97 | 87 | 93 | 36.4 | 236 | $800 |
| Q4 Sportback 50 e-tron quattro · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 100 | 89 | 95 | 35.6 | 242 | $800 |
| Q4 55 e-tron quattro · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 107 | 92 | 100 | 33.7 | 258 | $750 |
| Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 107 | 92 | 100 | 33.7 | 258 | $750 |
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This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2024 Audi Q4 e-tron at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.