Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron
NHTSA data on file today
The 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 3 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
- NHTSA #22V823000 Inoperative Rearview Camera Display/FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 2 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 2 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 2 complaints
Of the 3 complaints on file, 2 report a crash (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $7,000–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2022 Audi Q4 E-TRON has a relatively high number of recalls for a new model, with five affecting major systems. While only three owner complaints were filed, they still indicate issues with electrical and vehicle speed controls. Due to the limited volume of complaints, drawing strong conclusions is difficult, but caution is advised due to the recalls.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | Unknown | $500–$1,500 | occasional |
| Vehicle speed control | Unknown | $400–$1,200 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Battery check every year
- Tire rotation every 10,000 miles
- Brake fluid change every 2 years
- Coolant check every year
- Cabin air filter replace annually
- Brake inspection every year
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual battery drain
- Delayed throttle response
- Malfunctioning speed sensors
- Flickering dashboard lights
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.