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.
2022 Audi E-TRONProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 32 owner complaints about the 2022 Audi E-TRON, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-867 the manufacturer reports only 64% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 6, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Audi E-TRON has problems
32 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
17Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
7Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
5Engine
3Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
3Power train
2Back over prevention
1Vehicle speed control
1Air bags
1Wheels
66 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 17 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 1 |
| Engine | 5 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 1 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| 6 other systems | 6 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2022 Audi E-TRON 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
Management: software
Risk. A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Cable/cord: onboard
Risk. An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2023 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, 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
2022 vs. every other E-TRON 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 median. How we score
'19'20'21'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2022 Audi E-TRON, and the recalls they led to.
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
In owners' words
What E-TRON owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
While driving, the vehicle displayed three simultaneous warnings — “Drive system malfunction, safely stop vehicle,” “Electrical system malfunction, restart not possible, contact service,” and “All-wheel drive malfunction, limited stability” — and lost propulsion completely. This occurred on at…
The vehicle is experiencing an intermittent but active 'Electrical system: malfunction!' safety alert on the dashboard and myAudi app, caused by an internal high-voltage battery cell circuit fault (Diagnostic Trouble Code P0DB400 / U04A300) and a failure in the battery thermal runaway detection…
The contact owns a 2022 Audi E-Tron. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle independently switched to SAFE Mode and failed to properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. Additionally, the mileage range was reduced, and the battery recharging time…
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Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.