2025 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron recalls and problems

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

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

2 / 0

Injuries / deaths

0 / 0

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

2025 Audi Q4 Sportback 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 Sportback E-Tron problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	3
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Air Bags	1

Most reported parts

Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 14,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2025 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron complaints

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

Electrical System · reported Nov 8, 2026

I am the owner of a 2025 Audi Q4 55 Sportback e-tron. Both the NHTSA recall lookup and Audiâs official recall website identify safety recall 93SK as outstanding for my vehicleâs VIN. However, when I contacted the Audi dealershipâs service department, the service manager told me that recall 93SK did not apply to my vehicle. This directly contradicts the information provided by both Audiâs own website and NHTSA. I previously experienced significant high-voltage battery-related issues with this vehicle, including recall 93R3, which resulted in my vehicle remaining at the dealership for…

Air Bags · reported Oct 28, 2026

Vehicle: 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron Premium Plus quattro Safety concern: Side airbags failed to deploy during a significant driver's-side collision. On XXX, I was driving my 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron at approximately 45 mph in [XXX] when another vehicle, a Hyundai, struck the driver's side of my Audi near the front driver's door and front wheel area. Immediately before the collision, I noticed the other vehicle in my left peripheral vision and heard tires screeching. I do not know the Hyundai's actual speed. The impact caused extensive damage to the driver's side of my Audi, including the front and rear…

Electrical System · reported Sep 26, 2026

I tried to charge my Q4 at home, the charging connector to the car had warning red light. So, I checked up dashboard. It's said that AC charging is limited. Eventually, I can't charge. I went to the audi dealer. They said it's simple software issue. Waited 2 hours, one day works fine. Same issue. They don't know what to do. I am still wating from audi USA.

Vehicle Speed Control · at 14,000 miles · reported Sep 11, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 Audi Q4 Sportback E-tron. The contact stated that while the vehicle was inside the car wash, the contact shifted the transmission from neutral(N) to drive(D), but the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the car wash wall, damaging the front driver's side of the vehicle. Police arrived at the scene, but no police report was filed because the crash had occurred on private property. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard. The dealer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 14,000.

Electrical System · reported Apr 10, 2026

Vehicle fail to start in drive mode. Noticed "Electrical System malfunction" error. Notified Audi chantilly. So far they didn't provide any loaner vehicle from Audi.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2025 Audi Q4 Sportback 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 Sportback E-Tron?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (3 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 14,000 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.