Audi e-tron Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Audi e-tron model year (2019–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Audi e-tron Years to Avoid
10 recalls · 45 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 81
3 recalls · 49 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 60
5 recalls · 33 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 48
Best Audi e-tron Years to Buy
3 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: SERVICE BRAKES
Problem score: 10
2 recalls · 5 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 11
5 recalls · 14 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 29
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Audi e-tron — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 3 | 1 | — | — | 10 | Good |
| 2023 | 5 | 14 | — | — | 29 | Caution |
| 2022 | 10 | 45 | 3 | — | 81 | Avoid |
| 2021 | 5 | 33 | — | — | 48 | Caution |
| 2020 | 2 | 5 | — | — | 11 | Good |
| 2019 | 3 | 49 | 1 | — | 60 | Avoid |
All 8 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Audi e-tron Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent e-tron models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year e-tron should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2022 Audi e-tron if possible. It has 10 recalls, 45 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 81 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year e-tron to buy?+
The 2024 Audi e-tron is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 10. It has only 3 recalls and 1 complaint on record with NHTSA.
Which e-tron has the fewest problems?+
The 2024, 2020, 2023 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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