2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron recalls and problems

The 2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron has 2 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Audi dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron recalls

Recall 26V-698: Electrical System

Reported Oct 21, 2026 · 9,048 vehicles affected · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Q4 E-Tron and Q4 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail and cause a fire.

Risk: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

Fix: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% capacity until the repair has been completed. The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 18, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 93SK. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.

Recall 25V-125: Electrical System

Reported Feb 28, 2025 · 13,769 vehicles affected · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 AUDI Q4 E-Tron SUV, AUDI Q4 E-Tron Sportback, and 2024 ID.4 vehicles. The on-board charger (OCDC) may fail and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the OCDC, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 20, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93CJ. Audi's number for this recall is 93FR.

2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	2
Service Brakes	2
Tires	2
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Forward Collision Avoidance	1

Most reported parts

Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 7,000 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · reported Nov 8, 2026

Original-equipment Bridgestone Alenza Sport A/S tires on my 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron are wearing prematurely and losing tread chunks. Published OEM sizes: 235/55R19 front, 255/50R19 rear. This EV weighs about 4,670â4,850 lb; I believe its excessive weight is causing rapid tire wear. Bridgestone publishes a 40,000-mile limited mileage warranty for this model in the replacement market. Michelin says vehicle weight is critical to wear and EVs wear tires 20% faster on average than comparable gasoline vehicles due to greater weight, instantaneous torque, and regenerative braking. The original front…

Service Brakes · reported Aug 5, 2026

I am filing a safety complaint regarding my leased 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron, leased new with under 500 miles and now at approximately 8,200 miles. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The vehicle has ongoing brake-related issues affecting low-speed operation: a rough or grinding brake pedal feel and intermittent brake squeal during rolling stops, turns, and parking maneuvers. The most concerning issue is unexpected parking brake or emergency braking activation during low-speed pull-off and parking maneuvers, causing the vehicle to abruptly jolt to a stop. This has happened…

Tires · reported Feb 23, 2026

Received a low pressure warning and got off the freeway at the next exit, less than 1/2 mile. Unable to stop on freeway. Before even changing lanes the tire blew out all pressure, total failure. Within 15 seconds of low pressure warning. Stopped immediately after exiting freeway and observed the tire was shredded (see pictures).

Vehicle Speed Control · reported Dec 28, 2025

CRITICAL SAFETY DEFECT: HIGH-SPEED BRAKING SURGE & ELECTRICAL FAILURE Life safety concerning ! 1. Braking Failure at Highway Speeds: The vehicle exhibits a severe safety defect involving unintended acceleration/surging while braking. While driving in 'D' (Drive) mode at approximately 50 MPH, when applying the brakes to stop for traffic/red lights, the vehicle fails to decelerate immediately. Instead of slowing down, the vehicle surges forward against the braking input, feeling like a loss of regenerative braking authority. This results in extended stopping distances and near-miss collision…

Electrical System · at 7,000 miles · reported Sep 26, 2025

The contact owns a 2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron. The contact stated that the high-voltage battery message was displayed. While driving in a parking garage at 5 MPH, the "Driving System Malfunction" message was displayed. The message âRisk of Fireâ was displayed. The contact exited and parked the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 7,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron: 26V-698 (electrical system), 25V-125 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 Audi Q4 E-Tron?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (2 reports), followed by service brakes (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 7,000 miles.

Are Audi recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Audi dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.