Audi Q4 e-tron recalls

9 official safety recalls for the Audi Q4 e-tron from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Front seat belt retractor torsion bar may fail

    Reported September 24, 2025Model years 2026NHTSA campaign 25V6380001,042 vehicles affected

    A production-damaged torsion bar in one or both front seat belt retractors may fail, preventing the belt from properly restraining an occupant in a crash and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace one or both front seat belts free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 GTI, Golf R, Audi A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, S5, S6 Sportback E-Tron, 2026 Q4 Sportback E-Tron, and Q4 E-Tron vehicles. The torsion bar in one or both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
    Consequence
    In a crash, a damaged torsion bar in a retractor could fail. If this happens, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace one or both front seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2025, and October 31, 2025. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834 or Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 69UM; Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 694T. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 26, 2025.

  2. Gear indicator may show Park when parking brake is off

    Reported February 28, 2025Model years 2021–2023DVSA recall R/2025/09817,397 vehicles affected

    The gear indicator may show Park even when the parking brake is not set. A software update for the ABS control unit is required. Check that the red parking brake warning lamp stays on for several seconds before leaving the vehicle.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Software update for brake electronics control unit
    Defect
    The central gear indicator can appear to display that Park is engaged when the parking brake is not set. Please check that the red parking brake warning lamp is displayed for multiple seconds before leaving the vehicle.
    Remedy
    A new software version for the ABS control unit is required for safety reasons.

  3. On-board charger may fail and stop charging the 12-volt battery

    Reported February 28, 2025Model years 2024–2025NHTSA campaign 25V12500013,769 vehicles affected

    The on-board charger may fail to charge the 12-volt battery, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the charger free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  4. Gear position may not display on the instrument panel

    Reported February 27, 2025Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 25V12000060,490 vehicles affected

    The instrument panel may not display the selected gear properly. If the parking brake is not engaged, the vehicle may roll away, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the brake control unit software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2023 ID.4, 2022-2023 Audi Q4 e-Tron, and Q4 e-Tron Sportback vehicles. The instrument panel may not properly display the transmission gear lever indicator. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect."
    Consequence
    Failure to display the gear position may result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the brake control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 14, 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 97H3. Audi's number for this recall is 454R.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  5. Electronic stabilisation unit may fail

    Reported May 24, 2024Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2024/2247 vehicles affected

    The electronic stabilisation unit may fail, reducing braking effort and affecting the stability and anti-lock braking systems. It will be checked and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Checking hydraulic unit
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the Electronic Stabilisation Control (ESC) unit may fail resulting in the loss of braking effort it may also affect the operation of the ESC and Anti Lock Braking System (ABS). If Red brake fault warning is displayed safely stop the vehicle immediately the Electronic Parking brake (EPB) can always be used to stop the vehicle if required and do not use vehicle until obtained further advice from the manufacturer.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles the Electronic Stabilisation Control (ESC) unit will be checked and replaced if necessary.

  6. Headlight software may cause parking lights to malfunction

    Reported May 22, 2024Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 24V36100017,797 vehicles affected

    Incorrect headlight control software may prevent the parking lights from working as intended when the headlights are on and turn signals are activated, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    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."
    Consequence
    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.
    Remedy
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  7. Charging cable or outlet may overheat

    Reported December 13, 2023Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 23V84200093,196 vehicles affected

    Some outlets may not handle the current drawn when the compact charging system is used with a 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting. The outlet or cable may overheat, increasing fire risk. Stop using that cable; dealers will provide a replacement cable with a temperature sensor, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  8. Head curtain air bag may tear on door seal

    Reported March 22, 2023Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 23V1890005,224 vehicles affected

    When deployed, the head curtain air bag may expose metal in the door seal and tear. A torn air bag may not protect occupants as intended in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will install cloth tape near the front door pillars free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Q4 E-Tron SUV and Q4 E-Tron Sportback vehicles. During deployment, the head curtain air bag could deform the door seal and expose the metal inlay within the seal, which could tear the air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
    Consequence
    In the event of a crash, a torn air bag cannot protect occupants as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will install cloth tape in the driver and front passenger B-pillar area, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69FA.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  9. Rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive

    Reported November 2, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V8230002,607 vehicles affected

    The rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive in reverse or when the park function is activated, reducing rear visibility. Dealers will replace the rearview camera free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8, Audi S3, RS3 Sedan, Q4 E-Tron SUV, A3 Sedan, and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, and ID4 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear or when the park function is manually activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence
    An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Volkswagen) 91EK and (Audi) 91EL.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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