repaired · 2026 Q3
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
NewRisk. Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
2020 Audi E-TRON SportbackProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2020 Audi E-TRON Sportback, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 15, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Audi E-TRON Sportback has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Electrical system
1Fuel/propulsion system
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2020 Audi E-TRON Sportback recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
NewRisk. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Audi.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other E-TRON Sportback year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the E-TRON Sportback median. How we score
'20'21'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2020 Audi E-TRON Sportback safety ratings
2020 Audi e-tron Sportback SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (9.2% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What E-TRON Sportback owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Car was serviced for recall work and returned next day with con box failure which controls SOS feature on car. The Con box failures can be caused from battery voltage events and software resets. The car had approximately 38k miles on it at the time of service. The dealer and Audi would not accept…
Audi etron sportback lost power while driving on a busy roadway at 60mph. Car lost about 10-15 mph speed within seconds due to the vehicle weight. By the time the "drive system malfunction" and "electical system malfunction " warning lights came on I realized I could not accelerate, and and coasted…
Own a 2020 E-TRON Sportback?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.