Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2023 Audi Q4 e-tron, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Electrical system11
- Vehicle speed control3
- Engine3
- Service brakes3
- Forward collision avoidance3
- Air bags2
- Steering2
- Unknown or other2
- Fuel/propulsion system2
- Suspension1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 2 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
In New Zealand
114 2023 cars are on the New Zealand register; 7% arrived as used imports, 93% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Recalls in Canada
4 Transport Canada recalls for the 2023 Audi Q4 e-tron.
| 2025099 26 Feb 2025 | Lights And Instruments Issue: Under certain circumstances, a software problem could cause the ''N'' (Neutral) gear position not to display on the instrument cluster. As a result, yo… |
| 2024287 22 May 2024 | Lights And Instruments Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the parking lamps to turn off when the headlights are turned on and a turn signal is activated. As … |
| 2023659 13 Dec 2023 | Accessories Issue: Under certain conditions, the plug for the 220 V compact vehicle charging cable could become damaged by the house power outlet. As a result, the cable … |
| 2023163 22 Mar 2023 | Airbag Issue: On certain vehicles, the head curtain airbags could contact the metal part of the front door seals when they inflate in a crash. If this happens, a sid… |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
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."
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."
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.
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."
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Audi told its dealers about the 2023 Audi Q4 e-tron: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11011304 | This bulletin provides information when DTC B2F0100, B200FF0 is stored; camera for Driver Assist Systems. |
| 11011303 | This bulletin provides information when the anti-theft alarm activates for no reason, or when the anti-theft alarm does not activate. |
| 11011299 | This Reporting obligation reqiests that technicians contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) in instances where the HV battery isolation igniter (pyrofuse) is triggered; P1CAC00, P10F500. |
| 11011297 | This bulletin provides information regarding documenting cell module labels when replacing HV modules. |
| 11011296 | This bulletin provides service-info relating to lithium-ion high-voltage batteries; determining energy content. |
| 11011285 | This TSB Provides information when parking assistance provides false warnings. |
| 11011283 | This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a record in the PSS Database in instances where the charging target cannot be adjusted in the MMI. |
| 11011282 | This bulletin provides information when speaker rattles, vibrations, or audio interference is noted. |
| 11011281 | This TSB provides information when the radio plays when vehicle is parked; MIB3. |
| 11011278 | This bulletin provides information regarding Audi connect & Infotainment Warranty Submission Instructions for MY23 and Onwards. |
| 11011274 | This bulletin provides information when the restricted function icon for Audi Pre sense is displayed after engine starts. |
| 11011263 | This bulletin provides information regarding cleaning exterior glass. |
| 11011255 | This bulletin provides information when there is a booming noise from the rear of the vehicle while in motion, depending on the vehicle speed/wheel speed; DTC P18F100. |
| 11011254 | This TSB provides information when there is a booming noise from rear area while vehicle is moving (depending on vehicle speed/wheel speed) DTC P18F100. |
| 11011240 | This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool |
| 11010018 | This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided. |
| 11010000 | This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided. |
| 11009983 | Vehicle Concerns Before Recall Repair Available |
| 11009970 | This bulletin provides information when multiple warnings are in the instrument cluster; no communication DTCs U014600, U044700, U166100, U166200. |
| 11009967 | This bulletin provides information when there is an issue with wireless charging/wireless charging not working with Audi Phone Box. |
| 11009966 | This TSB provides informatin when the Smartphone Interface disconnects/deactivates unexpetedly with Apple CarPlay. |
| 11009965 | This bulletin provides information when the calendar function is not available. |
| 11009964 | This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a record in the PSS database in instance where the service call is triggered on its own with no user input in Q4 vehicles. |
| 11009961 | This bulletin provides information whenn the volume control is not working with MIB3 - U11B900. |
| 11009948 | This bulletin provides information when there is noise from the backrest of the front seat. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)