This page covers 3 recalls, 20 owner complaints and NHTSA crash-test ratings for the 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Electrical system complaints dominate what 2024 Q4 e-tron owners report, covering a range of behaviors that interrupt normal driving. Several owners describe complete or near-complete electrical failures, including loss of vehicle function while parked at high battery charge. A recurring pattern involves the driver seat occupancy sensor cutting power mid-drive when the driver shifts position, causing the car to abruptly shut down during maneuvers like reversing. Multiple owners also report AWD system malfunction warnings appearing repeatedly, with some returning to the dealer several times for the same alert without a lasting fix. A smaller but notable pattern involves braking irregularities: owners describe sudden, uninstructed hard braking during acceleration from a stop, after which the car drops out of gear and requires a restart. One report describes regenerative braking failing to respond at low speed before the wheels locked abruptly.
20
Total Complaints
2
Crash-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2024 Audi Q4 e-tron has 3 recalls, the most serious involving the onboard charger failing to keep the 12-volt battery charged, which can cut drive power entirely while the vehicle is in motion.
The same electrical system carries a second concern: when charging, the outlet or charging cable can overheat and create a fire risk at the point of connection. On the lighting side, incorrect software in the headlight control module can cause the parking lights to stop working as intended when the headlights are on and a turn signal is active, reducing how visible the vehicle is to other drivers and pedestrians at night.
At a glance
What can fail
The on-board charger may fail and stop charging the 12-volt battery, resulting in loss of drive power.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the on-board charger at no cost to you.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The headlight control module may have incorrect software installed, causing the headlights to not function properly and fail safety standards.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the headlight control module software to the correct version at no charge.
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.
