Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron
The 2023 Audi Q4 E-TRON has a limited number of complaints and four recalls mainly addressing electrical, airbag, lighting, and transmission issues. It's a relatively new model, so long-term reliability data is scarce. Prospective buyers should focus on checking these recall areas during inspection to ensure any problems have already been resolved.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 17 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #25V120000 Gear Position Indicator Not Displayed/FMVSS 102 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V361000 Incorrect Headlight Software/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V842000 Power Outlet May Cause Charging Cable to Overheat NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V189000 Air Bag May Tear NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 11 complaints
- Engine 3 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 3 complaints
- Service Brakes 3 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 3 complaints
- Air Bags 2 complaints
Of the 17 complaints on file, 4 report a crash; across all 17 complaints, owners report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
High electrical complaints
How to check: Check for error messages or malfunctions in electronics.
Airbag deployment issue
How to check: Verify airbag recall service completion.
Charging cable recall
How to check: Confirm proper onboard charging operation.
Gear indicator issue
How to check: Ensure proper gear display on instrument panel.
Incorrect headlight software
How to check: Confirm headlights operate correctly and recall completion.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual sounds from startup.
Red flag: Persistent strange noises.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check dashboard for error lights.
Red flag: Active warning lights.
- 03
City driving
What to check: Ensure smooth acceleration and braking.
Red flag: Jerky or delayed responses.
- 04
Parking
What to check: Notice any issues with gear shifting.
Red flag: Gear shift indication errors.
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Check for stable acceleration and alignment.
Red flag: Acceleration hesitation or pulls to a side.
- 06
Braking
What to check: Feel for firm brake pedal feedback.
Red flag: Spongy brakes or strange noises.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the airbag recall been addressed?
- Is the charging cable recall resolved?
- Have there been any issues with the electric system?
- Are there service records for routine maintenance?
- Is there any history of transmission issues?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Service records
- Recall repair documentation
- Warranty details
- Vehicle history report
- Title and registration
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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