This page covers 5 recalls and NHTSA crash-test ratings for the 2020 Audi e-tron.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2020 Audi E-Tron has 5 recalls, the most serious being a brake pedal that can detach from the brake booster entirely, leaving the driver with no braking ability.
A separate brake system concern involves a rotor and shaft inside the integrated brake unit that can separate, reducing braking assistance and disabling anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control. On the electrical side, high-voltage battery modules can overheat and create a fire risk, and the onboard charging system has a related concern where the charging cable or outlet can also overheat and potentially catch fire. There is also a software issue where the rearview camera may fail to display an image when reversing, reducing the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
The fastener connecting the brake pedal to the brake booster may not have been properly tightened during manufacturing, which could cause the brake pedal to detach from the booster.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and tighten the pushrod screw joint as needed at no cost to you.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying on the screen as intended.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the vehicle software at no cost to restore rearview camera display function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Certain high-voltage battery modules in the vehicle may overheat.
What the fix does
Dealers will install diagnostic software to monitor battery modules and replace affected modules at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
When charging at 100% using the 220V/240V portable charging cable, some home outlets lack sufficient capacity, causing the outlet or cable to overheat.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the 220V/240V charging cable with a new one equipped with a temperature sensor at no cost. Use only 110V charging or public stations until replacement.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rotor and shaft in the brake system may be improperly welded and separate, potentially affecting braking performance.
What the fix does
The brake booster will be replaced at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
