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
11 recalls · 27 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 66
4 recalls · 44 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 58
7 recalls · 25 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 46
Best Audi e-tron Years to Buy
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
2 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 6
4 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 12
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Audi e-tron — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 6 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 4 | 0 | — | — | 12 | Good |
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | — | — | 19 | Good |
| 2022 | 11 | 27 | 3 | — | 66 | Avoid |
| 2021 | 7 | 25 | — | — | 46 | Avoid |
| 2020 | 4 | 5 | — | — | 17 | Good |
| 2019 | 4 | 44 | 1 | — | 58 | 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 3 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 11 recalls, 27 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 66 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year e-tron to buy?+
The 2026 Audi e-tron is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 3. It has only 1 recall and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which e-tron has the fewest problems?+
The 2026, 2025, 2024 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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