How many electrical system complaints does the 2022 Audi e-tron have?

NHTSA lists 18 Electrical System complaints for the 2022 Audi e-tron, which is 58% of the 31 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2022 Audi e-tron's electrical system?

Yes. Recall 23V867000 covers overheating high-voltage battery modules, and recall 23V842000 covers using the 220V/240V portable charging cable instead of the 110V home cable.

At what mileage do 2022 Audi e-tron electrical problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2022 e-tron is 15,000 miles.

Did the 2022 Audi e-tron electrical issue cause any fires or crashes?

NHTSA data shows 1 fire and 0 crashes and 0 injuries linked to Electrical System complaints for the 2022 e-tron.

How does the 2022 e-tron compare to other years for electrical complaints?

Electrical System complaints made up 58% of all complaints in 2022, compared to 67% in 2021, 45% in 2019, and 40% in 2023, according to NHTSA data.

2022 Audi e-tron Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 18 Electrical System complaints for the 2022 Audi e-tron, 58% of all 31 complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 15,000 miles. Two related recalls cover high-voltage battery overheating and charging cable overheating, and one fire was reported.

Electrical System complaints: 18; 58% of 31
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 15,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report the charging cable or home outlet becoming extremely hot, in some cases melting, during charging.
Some describe a dashboard "electrical failure" or "electrical system malfunction" message accompanied by a sudden loss of motor power while driving.
One owner reported smoke filling the cabin along with a loud pop before an electrical failure warning appeared.
Several owners who received the high-voltage battery recall notice said replacement parts were not yet available and that they waited many months for a repair.
Automatic door locking has failed intermittently, with owners directed to the manual, raising concern about being locked inside the vehicle.
One owner reported sensors falsely triggering along with rotor pulsation while driving at highway speed.

When 2022 Audi e-tron electrical complaints were filed

First complaint May 24, 2023, latest Sep 5, 2026.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Dec 2024 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2022 Audi e-tron

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.

Electrical System complaints by e-tron model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201935 (45%)
20201 (100%)
202124 (67%)
202218 (58%)
20232 (40%)
20240 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2022 Audi e-tron have?: NHTSA lists 18 Electrical System complaints for the 2022 Audi e-tron, which is 58% of the 31 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Audi e-tron's electrical system?: Yes. Recall 23V867000 covers overheating high-voltage battery modules, and recall 23V842000 covers using the 220V/240V portable charging cable instead of the 110V home cable.
At what mileage do 2022 Audi e-tron electrical problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2022 e-tron is 15,000 miles.
Did the 2022 Audi e-tron electrical issue cause any fires or crashes?: NHTSA data shows 1 fire and 0 crashes and 0 injuries linked to Electrical System complaints for the 2022 e-tron.
How does the 2022 e-tron compare to other years for electrical complaints?: Electrical System complaints made up 58% of all complaints in 2022, compared to 67% in 2021, 45% in 2019, and 40% in 2023, according to NHTSA data.