KnownCarProblems2019 Audi E-Tron Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 77 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Audi E-Tron, most often about the electrical (44% of complaints). It is the most complained-about E-Tron model year since 2000 and has 5 recalls.
Most common 2019 Audi E-Tron problems
Electrical
34 complaints · 44%Parts named most often: wiring, propulsion system.
On january 13, 202, this 2019 Audi E-Tron was the 2nd car stopped at a red traffic signal on a public road. The driver's foot was on the brake. While the light remained red with the driver's foot still on the brake, the car lurched forward into the rear of the front car continuing pushing forward for several seconds…
The contact owned a 2019 Audi E-Tron. The contact had pulled into a charging station and had plugged the vehicle in to charge the battery. The contact stated she heard a loud boom 20 minutes after having plugged the vehicle into the charging station. The contact saw white smoke issuing from the rear of the vehicle and…
Other or unspecified
16 complaints · 21%On january 13, 202, this 2019 Audi E-Tron was the 2nd car stopped at a red traffic signal on a public road. The driver's foot was on the brake. While the light remained red with the driver's foot still on the brake, the car lurched forward into the rear of the front car continuing pushing forward for several seconds…
Fuel system
14 complaints · 18%Vehicle failed to notify the operator about unusually bad battery cell. Range was declining significantly between charge cycles. Service center was declining to address the issue until provided detailed information as why there is a fault with the high voltage battery. A bad battery cell could result in fire and death.
Engine
10 complaints · 13%The contact owns a 2019 Audi E-Tron. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Audi tysons corner service department (8598 leesburg pike, vienna, va 22182) however, the mechanic was unable to provide a cause for the failure. Upon…
The contact owns a 2019 Audi E-Tron. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated, and the major system failure message was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the engine was replaced; however, the dealer…
Transmission
9 complaints · 12%Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
Driver assistance
7 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: automatic emergency braking, warnings, adaptive cruise control, assist.
While driving the vehicle on a state highway the Audi adaptive cruise assist currently unavailable error message displays and disables the adaptive cruise assist function for random/unknown periods of time. This error has occurred multiple times. Additionally, when using the Audi adaptive cruise assist, the vehicle…
Visibility and wipers
6 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: sun/moon roof assembly.
The contact owns a 2019 Audi E-Tron. The contact stated while entering the vehicle, there was water leaking from the sunroof of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and the manufacturer referred the contact to…
The contact owns a 2019 Audi E-Tron. The contact stated that during rainy weather, there was water entering the vehicle through the roof, and water was leaking onto the infotainment system, the shifter, and other electronics. Additionally, the contact stated that there was water accumulating in the footwell. The…
Brakes
5 complaints · 7%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2019 Audi E-Tron recalls
Backup camera: camera
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 14, 2026. Owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90tv. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on december 23, 2025.
Full defect summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Brakes: pedals and linkages
Risk: Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on october 1, 2024, and november 22, 2024. Owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46p6.
Full defect summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2019-2024 audi e-tron and 2020-2024 audi e-tron sportback vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.
Electrical: software
Risk: A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install onboard diagnostic software to monitor battery module performance, and replace affected battery modules where necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed april 3, 2025. Owners may contact audi customer at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93u9 and 93v2.
Full defect summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 e-tron sportback quattro and 2019-2022 e-tron quattro vehicles. Certain high-voltage battery modules may overheat.
Electrical: onboard
Risk: An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised not to use the 220v/240v compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110v home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220v/240v compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on march 28, 2024. Owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93u6 and 93u8.
Full defect summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 rs e-tron gt, e-tron gt, q4 e-tron sportback, q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 audi a8, 2019-2024 e-tron quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron sportback quattro, q5, and 2021-2022 a7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220v/240v plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Electrical: traction battery
Risk: Moisture in the high-voltage system can cause a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire. If warning lights appear along with the message "electrical system: fault," immediately stop driving the vehicle, park outdoors away from structures, do not charge the vehicle, and contact audi roadside assistance at 1-800-411-9988 to have the vehicle towed.
Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a new seal and, as necessary, replace the affected system components, free of charge. The recall began september 6, 2019. Owners may contact audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 93e8.
Full defect summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2019 audi e-tron vehicles. Moisture can enter the high-voltage battery system through a faulty seal on the charging socket.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Pedestrian alert sounds
Summary
Nhtsa received a petition on or about july 18, 2022, requesting that federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the united states. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under odi number 11486072. Fmvss 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 kg or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after march 1, 2021.on january 27, 2023, NHTSA opened defect petition (dp) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matt
Questions about the 2019 Audi E-Tron
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Audi E-Tron?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (34 complaints); other or unspecified (16 complaints); fuel system (14 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2019 Audi E-Tron have?
- 5 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from December 19, 2025 (backup camera). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2019 a bad year for the Audi E-Tron?
- It is the most complained-about E-Tron model year since 2000, with 77 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.