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2019 Audi e-tron Problems: 13 Known Issues

2019 model year · 484+ owner reports · Updated September 2026

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According to Au7o's analysis of 484+ owner reports, the 2019 Audi e-tron has 13 documented known issues, with 7 rated critical. The most serious are 2019-2022 e-tron Coolant Valve N632 Leak in Cold Conditions - Diagnosis Required, CCS Charging Port Actuator Failure ($600-$2,000 repair), e-tron Brake Pedal Pushrod Fastener May Loosen and Separate From Brake Booster - Recall 24V621 ($0-$0 repair), e-tron Portable 240V Charging Cable Overheats at Full Current - Recall 23V842 (Audi 93U6) ($0-$0 repair), 2019-2022 e-tron High-Voltage Battery Self-Discharge / Fire Risk - Recall 23V867, e-tron Front (APA250) and Rear (AKA320) Drive Unit Internal Coolant Seal Failure - Isolation Faults and Motor Destruction ($2,800-$9,000 repair) and 2019 e-tron High-Voltage Battery Moisture Intrusion Through Charging-Socket Seal - Recall 19V434 (Audi 93E8) ($0-$0 repair). The most commonly reported issue is OTA Software Update and Infotainment Issues with 180 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $250 to $9,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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  • e-tron Brakes1
  • e-tron Safety/Recalls1
  • e-tron Drivetrain1
  • e-tron Suspension1
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    On the 2019-2024 Audi e-tron, the e-tron CCS charging port experiences actuator and communication failures preventing DC fast charging. The charging port door mechanism and locking pin can also malfunction in cold weather.

    Common Symptoms

    • DC charging fails to start
    • Charging port error on display
    • Port door not opening
    • Charging session interruptions
    • AC charging works but DC fails
    • Port lock mechanism stuck

    How to Fix

    Replace charging port actuator assembly. Software update may resolve communication errors. Keep port clean and lubricated.

    Typical repair cost:$600 - $2,000

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    On the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron, the portable 'e-tron compact' charging cable supplied with the vehicle can draw the maximum current its plug adapter allows without verifying that the household circuit and receptacle can sustain it. When used on a 220V/240V outlet at the 100% charge-current setting, the outlet, adapter or cable can overheat, melt and cause a fire in the owner's garage. The cable itself lacks the temperature sensing needed to back off. NHTSA campaign 23V842000, Audi action code 93U6, covers e-tron and e-tron Sportback vehicles across the 2019-2023 range that were delivered with the affected cable.

    Common Symptoms

    • Wall outlet or plug adapter hot to the touch during charging
    • Discolored, browned or melted receptacle or plug pins
    • Burning plastic smell near the charging outlet
    • Charging session aborts intermittently
    • Tripped breaker at the charging circuit

    How to Fix

    Free recall remedy. Audi's interim instruction is to stop using the supplied 220V/240V portable cable entirely - charge on 110V household current, on a hardwired Level 2 wallbox, or at public stations until the replacement arrives. The remedy is a new charging cable and adapter set with integrated temperature monitoring that derates automatically if the outlet heats up, supplied free of charge. If you must use the old cable in the interim, reduce the charge current setting in the MMI to the reduced/'medium' level rather than maximum and inspect the outlet for discoloration.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $0

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    On the 2019 Audi e-tron, on early-build 2019 e-tron quattro vehicles (built roughly December 2018 - March 2019), a faulty seal on the high-voltage charging socket allows moisture to travel along the wiring between the charging socket and the high-voltage electronics and enter the high-voltage battery enclosure. Water inside the HV pack can create a short circuit and a fire. This defect is the reason Audi issued a stop-delivery on the e-tron in mid-2019, before customer deliveries had fully ramped. NHTSA campaign 19V434000 covered 1,646 US vehicles; Audi's internal action code is 93E8. The first driver-visible symptom is typically an 'Electrical system: fault' message in the instrument cluster with an accompanying warning lamp.

    Common Symptoms

    • 'Electrical system: fault' message in the instrument cluster
    • Warning lamp illuminated in the instrument panel
    • Vehicle refuses to charge or charging aborts
    • Reduced propulsion power or no-drive condition
    • Burning smell or smoke from under the vehicle (severe cases)

    How to Fix

    Free recall remedy. The dealer installs a redesigned seal at the HV charging socket / HV electronics wiring interface and, where inspection finds moisture already present, replaces the affected high-voltage components including the battery pack itself at no cost. Owners should check their VIN on the NHTSA recall lookup or with an Audi dealer; if the car shows 'Electrical system: fault' or any HV warning, stop charging and have it towed rather than driven. There is no owner-side workaround - the seal is inside the HV wiring path.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $0

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    On the 2019-2024 Audi e-tron, the e-tron infotainment and vehicle management software experiences OTA update failures, screen freezes, and connectivity issues. Some updates have caused temporary range estimation errors and charging behavior changes.

    Common Symptoms

    • Screen freezing
    • OTA update errors
    • Navigation crashes
    • Bluetooth pairing failures
    • Range estimate fluctuations
    • Climate control display issues

    How to Fix

    Hard reset infotainment system. Visit dealer for manual software update. Ensure stable WiFi connection for OTA updates.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $300

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    On the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron, the e-tron's 12V AGM auxiliary battery powers everything the driver touches before the high-voltage system wakes: door locks, the MMI, the gateway and the HV contactor circuit. The DC-DC converter only tops the 12V up while the vehicle is awake, and the high-voltage pack stops supporting it once state of charge drops low, so a car parked for two to three weeks - or one with any added parasitic load such as a hardwired dashcam in parking mode - can drain the 12V flat. The result is a car that will not wake at all: key fob does nothing, dash stays black, and the HV system cannot be closed regardless of how much charge is in the traction pack. Owners who catch it early report a '12V battery: charge low', 'Start system fault' or 'Electrical system currently limited, drive with greater care' message in the days beforehand. A weak 12V is also a common root cause of unexplained MMI glitches that vanish once the battery is replaced, so it should be ruled out before chasing infotainment faults.

    This issue also affects: Audi Q4 e-tron, Porsche Taycan, Volkswagen ID.4

    Common Symptoms

    • '12V battery: charge low' warning message
    • 'Start system fault' message
    • 'Electrical system currently limited, drive with greater care'
    • Vehicle completely dead - no dash, no lock response, key fob inoperative
    • Random MMI and infotainment glitches that resolve after 12V replacement
    • Car will not enter Drive despite a well-charged high-voltage battery

    How to Fix

    Replace with a correct-specification AGM battery - not an SLI/flooded or standard sealed lead-acid unit, which will not survive the EV's shallow-cycle duty. Coding the new battery to the energy management module is required so the charging strategy matches the battery type. If the car is dead, jump or trickle-charge at the underhood jump terminals to wake the low-voltage system, then let the DC-DC converter recharge it on a normal drive. For cars that sit, use a maintainer or leave the vehicle plugged in - a plugged-in e-tron keeps the 12V supported. Audit aftermarket accessories first: dashcam parking mode is the single most-reported cause in owner threads. Battery and coding runs roughly $250-$500; parasitic-draw diagnosis adds $150-$300.

    Typical repair cost:$250 - $800

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    On the 2019-2020 Audi e-tron, audi TSB 2071343/1 covers a charging door that will not open when its button is pressed on 2019 e-tron quattro and an early 2020 e-tron Sportback quattro VIN range. A crack at the charge-level-indicator connector can admit moisture, causing oxidation or a LIN communication fault between the charging-door components and high-voltage charger. The door may then open only with the manual release. Matching DTCs include B1A8FF0, B1A89F0, B1A8AF3 and B1A88F3.

    Common Symptoms

    • Charging door does not open when its button is pressed
    • Charging door opens only with the manual release
    • B1A8FF0, B1A89F0, B1A8AF3 or B1A88F3 in high-voltage charger J1050

    How to Fix

    Use the owner-manual release only as directed to gain access; high-voltage-area diagnosis and repair belong with an Audi-qualified technician. Confirm model/VIN applicability and the matching DTC, then inspect the charge-level-indicator connector for cracks, moisture and oxidation. Audi’s procedure seals an undamaged connector or replaces the damaged charge-door unit and seals the updated connector as required. The former 93H6 service action expired in 2023, so confirm current coverage before work and do not order the former actuator or unrelated electrical parts.

    Owner tips & cautions

    • TipPhotograph the warning and ask the technician to record the exact DTC and connector condition before replacing the charge-door unit.

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    On the 2019-2022 Audi e-tron Battery-electric; confirm coolant valve N632 part number by scan tool, audi TSB 2067941/3 covers a rare cooling-system leak on specified legacy e-tron variants. At very low temperatures, the elastomer in coolant valve N632 can allow a minor leak when valve part 4KE963375K is installed. Audi lists visible coolant under the vehicle, a coolant warning, or a low expansion-tank level found during service, after other leak paths have been excluded.

    Common Symptoms

    • Coolant warning in the instrument cluster
    • Visible coolant beneath the vehicle
    • Low coolant level after other leak sources are excluded

    How to Fix

    Do not open or add fluid to a high-voltage cooling circuit unless you are trained and have the Audi procedure. Have an Audi-qualified technician confirm that coolant valve N632 is the leak source and identify the installed valve with the scan tool. If index K or index Q is fitted and the TSB criteria apply, replace the valve if necessary under Audi TSB 2067941/3. A coolant warning, overheating warning or active high-voltage fault requires prompt professional diagnosis; do not order the former coolant product from this card.

    Owner tips & cautions

    • WarningAsk the technician to document the exact leak source and the N632 valve part number before replacement; the bulletin does not authorize a blanket battery-cooling-system repair.

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    On the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron, two separate causes produce the same owner complaint - the e-tron will not hold its rated 150 kW DC charge rate. First, the pack must be near 25-30 degrees C to accept full current, and the e-tron only preconditions the battery when a DC charger is set as the active navigation destination in the MMI; owners who simply drive to a charger without routing to it arrive with a cold pack and see rates well below the headline figure, particularly in winter or on the first fast charge of a trip. Second, and more consequential, owners report that after the 23V867 / 93U9 high-voltage battery module recall software is installed, the battery-monitoring strategy caps the session earlier than before: multiple owners describe holding 120 kW or more only to about 59% state of charge where the car previously held that rate to 80%, cutting the usable range added by a standard 30-minute stop by roughly a third. The recall software is a safety monitor for self-discharging modules, so this reduction is a deliberate consequence of the remedy rather than a defect in the car.

    Common Symptoms

    • DC fast charging peaks far below the rated 150 kW
    • Charge rate collapses at a lower state of charge than before the recall software
    • Very slow charging in cold weather or on the first session of a trip
    • Charge time per session noticeably longer with no station fault
    • Range added per 30-minute stop reduced after recall service

    How to Fix

    For cold-pack derating, always set the DC charger as the navigation destination in the MMI so the thermal management system preconditions the pack on approach - this is the only mechanism that triggers preconditioning on this vehicle, and it is worth 20-40 kW of peak rate in cold weather. Arrive at a lower state of charge (10-20%) since the taper begins earlier from a high SoC, and check that the charging station is actually delivering full power before blaming the car. For post-recall rate reduction there is no owner-side fix: the reduced ceiling is the monitoring software doing its job. If the monitor flags a self-discharging module, the remedy escalates to free replacement of the affected battery modules under 23V867. Owners seeing a large post-recall drop should have the dealer read the battery monitoring data, since a big derate can itself indicate a module the software has flagged.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $0

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    On the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron, a fastener that joins the brake pedal input rod to the actuator rod (pushrod) of the electromechanical brake booster may have been assembled without the correct torque at the supplier. Over time the screw joint can loosen and the pedal can fully separate from the booster, at which point the service brakes stop responding to the pedal and the driver is left with only the electric parking brake / emergency braking. Audi first reported the defect in August 2024 covering a very small build window of 2019 e-tron units, then expanded it substantially to cover 2019-2024 e-tron and 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback vehicles - 18,853 units in the expanded action. This is a brake-by-wire vehicle, so the mechanical pedal-to-booster joint is the only path from the driver's foot to hydraulic pressure.

    Common Symptoms

    • Excessive or growing brake pedal free play
    • Loose, disconnected or clicking feel at the brake pedal
    • Pedal travels to the floor with little or no braking
    • Complete loss of service brake function

    How to Fix

    Free recall remedy. The dealer inspects the pushrod screw joint inside the brake booster and torques it to specification, replacing the booster assembly if the joint is damaged. Owners who notice increasing pedal free-play, a pedal that feels loose or clicks, or a pedal that sinks farther than normal should stop driving and have the vehicle towed - a fully separated joint produces total loss of foot-brake function. Check the VIN against NHTSA campaign 24V621000.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $0

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    On the 2019-2022 Audi e-tron, nHTSA recall 23V867 / Audi 93U9 and 93V2 covers certain 2019-2022 e-tron quattro and 2020-2022 e-tron Sportback quattro vehicles with potentially affected LG E61V high-voltage battery modules. A critical self-discharge condition can lead to thermal overload, smoke or fire. Audi’s amended filing lists 26,866 potentially involved vehicles and an estimated three-percent defect rate; loss of range or performance can be an early indication.

    Common Symptoms

    • Loss of range or performance
    • Smoke, unusual heat or signs of a battery fire

    How to Fix

    Check the VIN in the NHTSA and Audi recall/service-campaign lookups and contact an authorized Audi dealer without delay. Depending on the VIN and campaign phase, Audi installs advanced battery-monitoring software, inspects the high-voltage modules and replaces a module when indicated. If the current Audi notice for the VIN instructs an 80% maximum charge, keep that limit until the dealer confirms the applicable module repair or recall remedy is complete; it is not a permanent limit. Rapid or unexplained range/performance loss is an early indication that requires prompt dealer contact. If there is smoke, unusual heat, an explicit fire warning or visible fire, stop in a safe place, leave the vehicle, keep others away and call emergency services; do not attempt high-voltage battery work.

    Owner tips & cautions

    • WarningRecall eligibility, campaign phase and charging precautions are VIN-specific. Use the current Audi/NHTSA notice rather than assuming every 2019-2022 vehicle has the same open remedy.

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    On the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron, the e-tron's asynchronous drive units use a silicon-carbide mechanical face seal to separate the water/glycol cooling circuit from the stator cavity and reduction gearbox. That seal does not tolerate the thermal cycling, rapid speed transients and reverse rotation of EV duty, and it weeps coolant internally into the motor. Because coolant is electrically conductive, the first electrical evidence is a degrading high-voltage isolation resistance - fault codes P0AA600 (HV system isolation fault) and P0B2600 - long before any noise appears. Later stages bring a rising whine or milling/buzzing noise that increases with speed, then contamination and destruction of the stator windings, bearings and in the worst cases the inverter. Audi addressed drive-motor coolant leakage in TSB 93 24 46 (also indexed 2073858). The rear unit's coolant catch bottle monitors only one of two seals, so a leak on the unmonitored side gives no early warning at all. Independent EV drivetrain specialists report failures typically between roughly 20,000 and 95,000 miles across e-tron 50/55 quattro, e-tron Sportback and e-tron S.

    Common Symptoms

    • High-pitched whine from the front or rear axle that rises with speed
    • Buzzing or milling noise from the motor
    • 'Drive system: malfunction' or 'Electrical system: fault' message
    • Reduced propulsion power / limp mode
    • Coolant level in the reservoir dropping with no external leak
    • Vehicle refuses to start the drive system after an HV isolation fault

    How to Fix

    Under the 8-year/100,000-mile federal EV component warranty Audi replaces the affected drive unit at no cost - this is a warranty repair, not a safety recall, so out-of-warranty owners pay. Audi's dealer remedy is a complete drive unit exchange; quotes of roughly 8,000 EUR for a new front motor have been reported by owners, with refurbished units substantially cheaper. Independent EV specialists offer a reseal that replaces the failure-prone SiC seal with a redesigned unit, priced around 2,600 EUR preventively, 4,200 EUR if the stator needs rewinding and 5,200 EUR if the inverter is damaged. Act on the first isolation fault or coolant-level drop - repair cost roughly doubles once the whine starts. Do not dismiss a slowly falling coolant reservoir level as normal; on this platform it usually means either the drive unit or the N632 coolant valve.

    Typical repair cost:$2,800 - $9,000

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    On the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron, audi TSB 2059363/5 covers a legacy e-tron air-suspension malfunction when suspension controller J775 stores C1260F0 for no communication with compressor-control unit J1135 or U112100 with symptom code 262400 for a missing message. This is an electrical communication path; the bulletin does not establish leaking air lines, worn struts, height-sensor failure, compressor burnout or ball-joint wear as one common defect.

    This issue also affects: Audi A8, Audi Q8, Audi RS Q8

    Common Symptoms

    • Air-suspension malfunction warning
    • C1260F0 or U112100 symptom 262400 in suspension controller J775

    How to Fix

    Read the complete suspension DTC and symptom code, then inspect wiring, terminals and connectors between J775 and J1135 as Audi directs. If the fault is passive/sporadic on its first occurrence, clear it and verify operation. Replace J1135 if the fault is active/static after the electrical inspection or if C1260F0 or U112100 with symptom 262400 returns a second time as passive/sporadic. Diagnose vehicle sag, leak-down or compressor noise separately; do not order a compressor, air-supply unit or suspension parts from the former card.

    Owner tips & cautions

    • TipAsk for the full DTC, symptom code and passive/sporadic versus active/static status before authorizing a control unit or mechanical suspension part.

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    On the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron, on e-tron and e-tron Sportback vehicles ordered with the optional virtual exterior mirrors, the camera pod replaces the glass mirror and feeds an OLED display in the door card. Two distinct failures recur. First, wiring in the power-folding mechanism can be pinched or broken by repeated fold cycles, killing the camera feed - a failure Audi addresses in TSB 9083 / 2076264. Second, condensation forms inside the sealed camera housing on the inside face of the cover glass, fogging the image; unlike a conventional mirror it does not clear with the rear-defogger button, and owners report multiple warranty replacements of the same side. Owners also widely report poor low-light and night image quality independent of any hardware fault. Because the pod on many cars also carries surround-view input, a dead camera can take the 360-degree view and parking aids down with it.

    Common Symptoms

    • Black or frozen image on the virtual mirror OLED display
    • Fog or condensation visible inside the camera cover glass
    • Poor, grainy or washed-out night image
    • Surround-view / 360-degree camera unavailable
    • Parking aid or park assist disabled
    • Camera image returns intermittently when the mirror is folded and unfolded

    How to Fix

    Warranty replacement of the virtual mirror camera assembly where the car is still in coverage. Out of warranty, the camera pod alone runs roughly $900-$1,300 with 1-3 hours of labor, and replacement of a pod that feeds surround-view requires electronic camera calibration - a $350-$600 dealer or specialist operation, not a DIY step. Have the technician check the door-to-mirror harness in the folding mechanism before condemning the camera; a pinched wire per TSB 9083 is far cheaper than a pod. For condensation, document each occurrence with the dealer - repeat failures on the same side are the strongest lever for a goodwill replacement.

    Typical repair cost:$900 - $2,200

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    NHTSA Recalls11 recalls

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD

    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.

    Campaign #23V84200013/12/2023

    AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.

    Campaign #24V25100003/04/2024

    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

    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."

    Campaign #25V90000019/12/2025

    SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Campaign #21V60600005/08/2021

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi E-Tron Quattro and E-Tron Sportback Quattro vehicles. Corrosion in the brake booster may cause the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), speedometer display, and brake assist to stop functioning.

    Campaign #21V70700013/09/2021

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the most common Audi e-tron problems?

    According to Au7o's analysis of 484+ owner reports, the 2019 Audi e-tron has 13 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 2019-2022 e-tron Coolant Valve N632 Leak in Cold Conditions - Diagnosis Required, CCS Charging Port Actuator Failure, e-tron Brake Pedal Pushrod Fastener May Loosen and Separate From Brake Booster - Recall 24V621. Of these, 7 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

    Is the Audi e-tron reliable?

    The 2019 Audi e-tron has 13 known issues documented across 484+ owner reports. 7 issues are rated critical: 2019-2022 e-tron Coolant Valve N632 Leak in Cold Conditions - Diagnosis Required and CCS Charging Port Actuator Failure and e-tron Brake Pedal Pushrod Fastener May Loosen and Separate From Brake Booster - Recall 24V621 and e-tron Portable 240V Charging Cable Overheats at Full Current - Recall 23V842 (Audi 93U6) and 2019-2022 e-tron High-Voltage Battery Self-Discharge / Fire Risk - Recall 23V867 and e-tron Front (APA250) and Rear (AKA320) Drive Unit Internal Coolant Seal Failure - Isolation Faults and Motor Destruction and 2019 e-tron High-Voltage Battery Moisture Intrusion Through Charging-Socket Seal - Recall 19V434 (Audi 93E8). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

    How much does it cost to fix common Audi e-tron problems?

    Repair costs for known Audi e-tron issues range from $0 to $9,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

    What is the 2019-2022 Audi e-tron 2019-2022 e-tron Coolant Valve N632 Leak in Cold Conditions - Diagnosis Required?

    Audi TSB 2067941/3 covers a rare cooling-system leak on specified legacy e-tron variants. At very low temperatures, the elastomer in coolant valve N632 can allow a minor leak when valve part 4KE963375K is installed. Audi lists visible coolant under the vehicle, a coolant warning,… Severity: high.

    What is the 2019-2024 Audi e-tron CCS Charging Port Actuator Failure?

    The e-tron CCS charging port experiences actuator and communication failures preventing DC fast charging. The charging port door mechanism and locking pin can also malfunction in cold weather. Repairs typically run $600-$2,000. Severity: high.

    What is the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron e-tron Brake Pedal Pushrod Fastener May Loosen and Separate From Brake Booster - Recall 24V621?

    A fastener that joins the brake pedal input rod to the actuator rod (pushrod) of the electromechanical brake booster may have been assembled without the correct torque at the supplier. Over time the screw joint can loosen and the pedal can fully separate from the booster, at whic… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.

    What is the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron e-tron Portable 240V Charging Cable Overheats at Full Current - Recall 23V842 (Audi 93U6)?

    The portable 'e-tron compact' charging cable supplied with the vehicle can draw the maximum current its plug adapter allows without verifying that the household circuit and receptacle can sustain it. When used on a 220V/240V outlet at the 100% charge-current setting, the outlet,… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.

    What is the 2019-2022 Audi e-tron 2019-2022 e-tron High-Voltage Battery Self-Discharge / Fire Risk - Recall 23V867?

    NHTSA recall 23V867 / Audi 93U9 and 93V2 covers certain 2019-2022 e-tron quattro and 2020-2022 e-tron Sportback quattro vehicles with potentially affected LG E61V high-voltage battery modules. A critical self-discharge condition can lead to thermal overload, smoke or fire. Audi’s… Severity: high.

    What is the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron e-tron Front (APA250) and Rear (AKA320) Drive Unit Internal Coolant Seal Failure - Isolation Faults and Motor Destruction?

    The e-tron's asynchronous drive units use a silicon-carbide mechanical face seal to separate the water/glycol cooling circuit from the stator cavity and reduction gearbox. That seal does not tolerate the thermal cycling, rapid speed transients and reverse rotation of EV duty, and… Repairs typically run $2,800-$9,000. Severity: high.

    What is the 2019 Audi e-tron 2019 e-tron High-Voltage Battery Moisture Intrusion Through Charging-Socket Seal - Recall 19V434 (Audi 93E8)?

    On early-build 2019 e-tron quattro vehicles (built roughly December 2018 - March 2019), a faulty seal on the high-voltage charging socket allows moisture to travel along the wiring between the charging socket and the high-voltage electronics and enter the high-voltage battery enc… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.

    What is the 2019-2024 Audi e-tron OTA Software Update and Infotainment Issues?

    The e-tron infotainment and vehicle management software experiences OTA update failures, screen freezes, and connectivity issues. Some updates have caused temporary range estimation errors and charging behavior changes. Repairs typically run $0-$300. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron e-tron 12V Auxiliary Battery Discharge Causing No-Start, Dead Locks and Cascading Fault Messages?

    The e-tron's 12V AGM auxiliary battery powers everything the driver touches before the high-voltage system wakes: door locks, the MMI, the gateway and the HV contactor circuit. The DC-DC converter only tops the 12V up while the vehicle is awake, and the high-voltage pack stops su… Repairs typically run $250-$800. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron 2019-2023 e-tron Air-Suspension Warning with J1135 Communication Fault - Diagnosis Required?

    Audi TSB 2059363/5 covers a legacy e-tron air-suspension malfunction when suspension controller J775 stores C1260F0 for no communication with compressor-control unit J1135 or U112100 with symptom code 262400 for a missing message. This is an electrical communication path; the bul… Severity: medium.

    What is the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron e-tron Virtual Exterior Mirror Camera Failure and Internal Condensation on Equipped Cars?

    On e-tron and e-tron Sportback vehicles ordered with the optional virtual exterior mirrors, the camera pod replaces the glass mirror and feeds an OLED display in the door card. Two distinct failures recur. First, wiring in the power-folding mechanism can be pinched or broken by r… Repairs typically run $900-$2,200. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2019-2020 Audi e-tron 2019-2020 e-tron Charging Door Will Not Open: VIN and Connector Diagnosis Required?

    Audi TSB 2071343/1 covers a charging door that will not open when its button is pressed on 2019 e-tron quattro and an early 2020 e-tron Sportback quattro VIN range. A crack at the charge-level-indicator connector can admit moisture, causing oxidation or a LIN communication fault… Severity: medium.

    What is the 2019-2023 Audi e-tron e-tron DC Fast-Charge Derating: Cold-Pack Throttling and Reduced Peak Rate After the 23V867 Battery Software Remedy?

    Two separate causes produce the same owner complaint - the e-tron will not hold its rated 150 kW DC charge rate. First, the pack must be near 25-30 degrees C to accept full current, and the e-tron only preconditions the battery when a DC charger is set as the active navigation de… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: low.

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