CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Audi e-tron has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 77 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 3 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (34 reports).
2019 Audi e-tron recalls
Rearview Camera May Not Display, Raising Crash Risk
A software error can prevent the rearview camera image from showing on the display as intended.
Brake Pedal Can Detach From Brake Booster
A fastener connecting the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled at the factory.
High-Voltage Battery May Overheat, Raising Fire Risk
Certain high-voltage battery modules in these Audi E-Tron vehicles may overheat.
Overheating Charging Cable Can Cause Fire Risk
The 220V/240V compact charging cable can overheat when used at 100% charge on some home outlets that cannot handle the required current.
Moisture Can Cause Battery Short-Circuit and Fire Risk
Moisture can enter the high-voltage battery system through a faulty seal on the charging socket.
Most common 2019 Audi e-tron problems
Problem areas named in the 77 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 34 |
| Unknown Or Other | 16 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 |
| Engine | 10 |
| Power Train | 9 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
What owners report
My 2019 Audi e-tron will not charge. The charging indicator turns red after a few seconds and charging stops. The issue happens with both my home charger and Electrify America public chargers. The vehicle does not make the normal charging connection/clicking sound. This appears to be a charging system or high-voltage electrical issue. I am concerned about a potential safety defect because the vehicle cannot reliably charge and may leave the vehicle unusable. We have had a lot of heavy rain recently, and I am concerned that moisture or water intrusion may be related to the charging failure. The vehicle will not charge and the charging light turns red after a few seconds. The issue occurs with
am writing to file a formal complaint regarding my recent experience with the service department at Audi of Cherry Hill concerning my Audi e-tron. My vehicle remained at your dealership for approximately four weeks, during which time no repairs or meaningful progress were made. Instead, I was informed that I would need to approve approximately $13,000 in diagnostic fees before the vehicle would even be inspected or touched. I find this completely unreasonable and unacceptable, particularly given that my vehicle sat idle at your facility for an extended period without any justification. In addition, I am extremely dissatisfied with the customer service and conduct of an employee named Khern
The car stayed for 4 weeks at the dealership and he didnât able to do the recall
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.
âElectrical system malfunction- Please park vehicle safelyâpopping up on the dashboard. This is the second incident of such. Then â a low battery charge â warning while charging the car. Warning adds â battery will charge while drivingâ. 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.
2019 Audi e-tron questions
Does the 2019 Audi e-tron have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2019 Audi e-tron: Rearview Camera May Not Display, Raising Crash Risk; Brake Pedal Can Detach From Brake Booster; High-Voltage Battery May Overheat, Raising Fire Risk; Overheating Charging Cable Can Cause Fire Risk; Moisture Can Cause Battery Short-Circuit and Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Audi e-tron?
Based on 77 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (34), Unknown Or Other (16), Fuel/Propulsion System (14).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 Audi e-tron has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.