Model year guide

2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 533 on record.

2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron — representative photo
Representative photo

2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron at a glance

Safety recalls4
Combined103 MPGe

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron recalls 4

Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (prndl) NHTSA Campaign #25V120000 · manufacturer #Audi: 454R VW: 97H3 · 27/02/2025

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2023 ID.4, 2022-2023 Audi Q4 e-Tron, and Q4 e-Tron Sportback vehicles. The instrument panel may not properly display the transmission gear lever indicator. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Brak…

Fix: Dealers will update the brake control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 14, 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 97H3. Audi's number for thi…

Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module:software NHTSA Campaign #24V361000 · manufacturer #941L · 22/05/2024

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q4 E-TRON and Q4 E-TRON Sportback vehicles. The incorrect headlight control module software may have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Fix: Dealers will update the headlight control module with a new data set, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 941L.

Electrical System:propulsion System:charging:cable/cord:onboard NHTSA Campaign #23V842000 · manufacturer #93U6/93U8 · 13/12/2023

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 c…

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 …

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #23V189000 · manufacturer #69FA · 22/03/2023

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Q4 E-Tron SUV and Q4 E-Tron Sportback vehicles. During deployment, the head curtain air bag could deform the door seal and expose the metal inlay within the seal, which could tear the air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

Fix: Dealers will install cloth tape in the driver and front passenger B-pillar area, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69FA.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron efficiency & running costs

Combined103 MPGe
City112 MPGe
Highway94 MPGe
Est. annual energy cost$750
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Electric range265 mi
Charge time (240V)9 hours
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,250 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Energy (5 yrs)$3,750
Energy only$3,750
Per mile$0.05

How this is estimated: energy is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
180.7 in
Width
73.6 in
Height
63.4 in
Wheelbase
108.7 in
Curb weight
4,872–4,883 lb
Front track
62.6 in
Rear track
61.8 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Canadian recalls 4

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Lights And Instruments

Issue: Under certain circumstances, a software problem could cause the ''N'' (Neutral) gear position not to display on the instrument cluster. As a result, you may not be aware when the transmission is in neutral. If this happens, and brakes or parking brake aren't used, the vehicle could roll away. Note: For the Q4 e-tron model, this recall affects both SUV and Sportback model…

Transport Canada #2025099 · Feb 2025

Lights And Instruments

Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the parking lamps to turn off when the headlights are turned on and a turn signal is activated. As a result, the parking lamps could be difficult to see. Canadian regulations require the parking lamps to stay on constantly when the headlights are turned on. Safety Risk: Parking lamps that do not work properly could make…

Transport Canada #2024287 · May 2024

Accessories

Issue: Under certain conditions, the plug for the 220 V compact vehicle charging cable could become damaged by the house power outlet. As a result, the cable could overheat while charging. Note: This recall only affects electric and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) models. Safety Risk: Wiring that overheats could create a fire risk. Corrective Actions: Audi will notify owners by…

Transport Canada #2023659 · Dec 2023

Airbag

Issue: On certain vehicles, the head curtain airbags could contact the metal part of the front door seals when they inflate in a crash. If this happens, a side curtain airbag could tear. This could also cause the vehicle not to meet the ejection mitigation requirements of Canadian regulations. Safety Risk: A head curtain airbag that doesn't work properly could increase the risk…

Transport Canada #2023163 · Mar 2023

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron vehicles on record

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2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron — frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron get?

The 2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron has a U.S. EPA estimate of 103 MPGe combined (112 city / 94 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.