2022 Audi e-tron Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
80/100
#2 most-complained of 6 e-tron years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2022 Audi e-tron ranks 2nd worst out of 6 model years, with a Complaint Index of 80 and an Avoid verdict. Electrical System issues dominate at 58% of complaints, backed by 5 recalls including a high-voltage battery module overheating campaign.
- Complaints
- 31
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 2
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 75
- 73 city / 77 hwy
Top 2022 Audi e-tron problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System18 (58%)
- Brakes8 (26%)
- Engine5 (16%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras5 (16%)
- Other5 (16%)
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (10%)
- Airbags1 (3%)
- Fuel System1 (3%)
- Lane Departure1 (3%)
- Steering1 (3%)
What owners report
- Owners report the high-voltage battery or general electrical system throwing failure warnings, sometimes with a loud pop and smoke filling the cabin.
- Brake pedals reportedly went to the floor with no stopping power on multiple occasions, sometimes followed by sudden full brake force returning.
- Some owners describe the vehicle lunging forward a few feet while stopped at an intersection, with a false forward-collision warning displayed before the car shut off on its own.
- The backup camera reportedly failed intermittently while in reverse, then resolved itself without explanation.
- Owners report the vehicle refusing to accelerate after sitting at a stop for over 30 seconds, displaying a 'SAFE' warning until power was cycled.
- Home charging cables reportedly overheated to the point of being too hot to hold after a charging session finished.
2022 Audi e-tron recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V900000Dec 19, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras356,894 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
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."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
- NHTSA 23V867000Dec 20, 2023Electrical System26,866 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery thermal:management:software
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.
Risk: A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
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.
- NHTSA 23V842000Dec 13, 2023Electrical System93,196 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:charging:cable/cord:onboard
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.
Risk: An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
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.
2022 Audi e-tron fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 73 MPG
- Highway
- 77 MPG
- Combined
- 75 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $1,000
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Electricity
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other e-tron years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Audi e-tron reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2022 e-tron a Complaint Index of 80 and an Avoid verdict, ranking 2nd worst of 6 model years for the e-tron. The Electrical System accounts for 58% of its 31 complaints.
- What are the main problems with the 2022 Audi e-tron?
- Electrical System issues make up 58% of complaints, followed by Brakes at 26% and Engine at 16%. NHTSA also lists 5 recalls, including one for high-voltage battery modules that may overheat.
- Does the 2022 Audi e-tron have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2022 e-tron, covering the rearview camera, a high-voltage battery module overheating issue, a charging cable warning, an infotainment main unit replacement, and an infotainment software update. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2022 e-tron compare to other e-tron years?
- The 2022 e-tron's Complaint Index of 80 is worse than 2021 (60), 2023 (40), and 2020 (20), but better than 2019 (100), which is the worst year with an Avoid verdict.
- What is the median mileage for reported failures on the 2022 e-tron?
- NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage at failure of 14,000 miles overall, with Electrical System and Brakes issues both showing a median of 15,000 miles.