The 2025 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).
2025 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron recalls
Audi Q4 E-Tron Battery May Fail and Cause a Fire
Certain 2024 and 2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron and Q4 Sportback E-Tron vehicles have a high voltage traction battery that may fail, which can lead to a fire.
Battery Charging Failure Can Cause Loss of Drive Power
Certain 2024-2025 Audi Q4 e-tron, Q4 Sportback e-tron, and 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles may have an on-board charger (OCDC) that can fail and stop charging the 12-volt battery.
Most common 2025 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
What owners report
Vehicle: 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron Premium Plus quattro Safety concern: Side airbags failed to deploy during a significant driver's-side collision. On XXX, I was driving my 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron at approximately 45 mph in [XXX] when another vehicle, a Hyundai, struck the driver's side of my Audi near the front driver's door and front wheel area. Immediately before the collision, I noticed the other vehicle in my left peripheral vision and heard tires screeching. I do not know the Hyundai's actual speed. The impact caused extensive damage to the driver's side of my Audi, including the front and rear driver's-side doors, door seals, and surrounding structure. The front driver's door could not be fully
I tried to charge my Q4 at home, the charging connector to the car had warning red light. So, I checked up dashboard. It's said that AC charging is limited. Eventually, I can't charge. I went to the audi dealer. They said it's simple software issue. Waited 2 hours, one day works fine. Same issue. They don't know what to do. I am still wating from audi USA.
The contact owns a 2025 Audi Q4 Sportback E-tron. The contact stated that while the vehicle was inside the car wash, the contact shifted the transmission from neutral(N) to drive(D), but the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the car wash wall, damaging the front driver's side of the vehicle. Police arrived at the scene, but no police report was filed because the crash had occurred on private property. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard. The dealer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 14,000.
Vehicle fail to start in drive mode. Noticed "Electrical System malfunction" error. Notified Audi chantilly. So far they didn't provide any loaner vehicle from Audi.
2025 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron questions
Does the 2025 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2025 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron: Audi Q4 E-Tron Battery May Fail and Cause a Fire; Battery Charging Failure Can Cause Loss of Drive Power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Vehicle Speed Control (1), Air Bags (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2025 Audi Q4 Sportback 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.