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2019 Audi E-Tron: problems, recalls and reliability

5 recalls and 77 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is electrical system (38% of complaints); the 2020 model year looks more trouble-free.

Data updated weekly · 3 new complaints in the last 90 days · latest recall Dec 2025

5
recalls
77
owner complaints
3
fire reports
10,619
typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

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5-star NHTSA overall safety ratingOne of the most complained-about E-Tron years (#1 of 6, age-adjusted)Weak spot: electrical system (38%)3 fire reportsProblems reported early (median 10,619 mi)

Common problems

Computed from 77 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)38% · 25 complaints
Fuel/Propulsion System (fuel pump, tank, lines)17% · 11 complaints
Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)9% · 6 complaints
Forward Collision Avoidance (automatic emergency braking, sensors)8% · 5 complaints
Engine (engine mechanics)6% · 4 complaints
Visibility (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)3% · 2 complaints
"Electrical system malfunction- Please park vehicle safely"popping up on the dashboard. This is the second incident of such. Then " a low battery charge " warning while charging the car. Warning adds " battery will charge while driving". We called the dealer the first time and told to monitor but ok to drive. Then today while traveling almost 3 hours away from home, message pops up again. Dealer contacted and said ok to drive but bring the car asap in shop. Challenges - safety of travelers as issue limits ability to truly know state of charging battery , risk of crash as electrical system main part of EV car. Unsafe conditions putting lives at risk.Owner report · Electrical System · Apr 2026
Component: Tires (Front Left) Continental Cross Contact LX 265/45 R21 Incident Description: Driving at highway speed, the front left tire suffered a catastrophic tread delamination. The flailing tread tore the fender and charging cover off of the vehicle. No impact or road hazard occured due to smart manuvering and proximity to the shoulder to pull over. However, this could have been deadly with a family with young children in the car and others on the road. This could have been a near fatal event. The car is currently being looked at by the autobody shop and insurance. There were no warnings or other symptoms prior that would have indicated any issue.Owner report · Tires · Apr 2026
Brake lights become faulty due to moisture intrusion from car washes. The part is available for inspection if requested Audi has issued a technical service bulletin on this issue already. This should be handled through a recall, not a TSB.Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Mar 2026
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Vehicle experienced a sudden and total loss of propulsion while driving due to an internal failure of the rear electric motor. The dealer diagnosed it as 'coolant intrusion' into the motor unit. This is a known manufacturing defect in the 2019 e-tron (TSB 2073858/2) where internal seals fail, allowing coolant to destroy the motor. This created a high safety risk on the highway. Audi is refusing to honor the 8-year/100,000-mile High Voltage System Warranty, citing a lack of routine maintenance, even though the motor is a sealed unit with no user-serviceable internal sealsOwner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Feb 2026
Airbag detection system continues to malfunction. When driving at random times it states the detection system is currently unavailable as well as all the function buttons on the steering wheel.Owner report · Electrical System · Jan 2026
Batery is giving electrical malfunction alert. Dealer diagnosed SX6 failed, replaced at 52,991 miles on Dec 22, 2022 (they agreed to replaced free of charge), at 104,741 miles on Jan 6 2025, dealer diagnosed sx6 failed again, needed to be replaced.thry refused to replace at no charge. During the research online I found that many audi EV cars owners reported the same problem which SX6 failure could potentially causes the car could completelystop while operating.Owner report · Electrical System · Dec 2025
2019 Audi Etron that still doesn't have a resolution for the safety recall of High-Voltage Battery Module(s) AUDI ACTION CODE 93U9, NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 23V867, issued Dec 20, 2023 for a potentially critical self-discharge condition exists in certain high-voltage battery modules that, in some instances, may lead to thermal overload, possibly resulting in smoke or a fire. A high-voltage battery overheating increases the risk of a fire. Putting a sticker on the dash saying not to charge to over 75% and software that reduces the mileage I can drive is not a fix.Owner report · Engine · Nov 2025
My car has been under a recall since 2023. I have been at the dealership for normal maintenance and for the recall several times now but the dealership/Audi says that it's monitoring the battery remotely and doesn't replace the battery. No fix has been done until now and the recall/fix keeps being delayed.Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Jul 2025
Charging limited to 80% for over 18months now with the safety recall. Batteries are degraded and range dropped to 130miles earlier this year. Ability to drive safely impacted by low battery warning on multiple occasions and forced reduced speeds in rush hour traffic during in city commute. Local dealership is pointing to Audi not sending replacement batteries and safety limitation of 80% charge.Owner report · Unknown Or Other · May 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Audi E-Tron. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V867000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.Owner report · Electrical System · May 2025

When filing, owners marked a crash in 4 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 5 campaigns

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY19V434000 · Jun 2019

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi e-tron vehicles. Moisture can enter the high-voltage battery system through a faulty seal on the charging socket.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a new seal and, as necessary, replace the affected system components, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2019. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 93E8.

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V900000 · Dec 2025

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD23V842000 · Dec 2023

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.

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.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY THERMAL:MANAGEMENT:SOFTWARE23V867000 · Dec 2023

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 E-Tron Sportback Quattro and 2019-2022 E-Tron Quattro vehicles. Certain high-voltage battery modules may overheat.

Remedy: Dealers will install onboard diagnostic software to monitor battery module performance, and replace affected battery modules where necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U9 and 93V2.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES24V621000 · Aug 2024

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Audi E-Tron and 2020-2024 Audi E-Tron Sportback vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2024, and November 22, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46P6.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2019 Audi E-Tron reliable?

NHTSA has 77 owner complaints and 5 recall campaigns on record for the 2019 Audi E-Tron. The most complained-about area is electrical system (38% of complaints).

At what mileage do 2019 Audi E-Tron problems usually appear?

Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 10,619 miles or less.

Does the 2019 Audi E-Tron have open recalls?

5 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.