NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron Safety Ratings
The 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron scores 83 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 5 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron achieved a 5 out of 5-star overall crash test rating from NHTSA, an encouraging result for this model year. Though five recalls are on file, the agency records zero owner complaints. The vehicle earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 83/100, positioning it in the Strong safety band.
The 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron received an overall 5-star crash-test rating and carries a NHTSA Safety Index of 83/100, based on NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 135 SUVs from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron ranks 77 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 83 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 11.3% |
| Recalls on file | 5 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 77 of 135 SUVs tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron?
The 2022 Q4 E-Tron enters the US market with a Safety Index of 83 out of 100, a strong initial showing for its debut model year. This score is established by a crash-protection sub-score of 61 out of 70 points, an avoidance-tech sub-score of 7 out of 10, and a defect-record sub-score of 15 out of 20. Five distinct recall campaigns have been issued for this model year, addressing various systems. These include the powertrain gear-position display, headlight software, EV charging hardware, air bags, and the backup-camera display. Of particular note is the air bag recall, which directly concerns potential improper deployment during a crash, making it a significant safety concern. The avoidance-tech sub-score of 7 out of 10 points reflects that while forward collision warning and electronic stability control are standard features, lane departure warning is not. This absence impacts the overall assessment of the vehicle's active safety suite. Unusually, there are no owner complaints on record for this model year, meaning the defect-record sub-score is based solely on the five recall campaigns.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Audi Q4 e-tron achieved an overall 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. Its side impact protection is a highlight, also earning 5 stars. Frontal crash protection is rated at 4 stars, matching the 4-star rollover protection score. The rollover risk, based on federal testing, stands at 11 percent, with the dynamic tip test showing no tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16589
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron have any recalls?
Five campaigns cover this model year. Components include the gear-position indicator (PRNDL), headlight control module software, onboard EV charging cable, air bag deployment, and backup-camera display function. The air bag recall warrants close attention: improper deployment during a crash is a direct safety concern. No do-not-drive order is on file, but buyers should verify remedy completion by VIN before purchase.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)25V120000
Risk: Failure to display the gear position may result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 this recall is 454R.
Reported 2025-02-27
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE24V361000
Risk: Incorrect headlight control module software may cause the parking lights not to operate as intended when the headlights are turned on and the turn signals are activated, which can reduce vehicle visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2024-05-22
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD23V842000
Risk: An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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 num
Reported 2023-12-13
AIR BAGS23V189000
Risk: In the event of a crash, a torn air bag cannot protect occupants as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2023-03-22
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION22V823000
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Volkswagen) 91EK
Reported 2022-11-02
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron. No crash, fire, injury, or death allegations have been submitted. There are no top complaint components to report. This absence of unverified consumer allegations is notable for a vehicle with five active recall campaigns.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron?
Five recall campaigns have been issued for the vehicle, necessitating VIN verification for all models by prospective buyers. It is critical to confirm the completed status of all remedies, especially those pertaining to the airbags and charging cables, with an authorized dealership.
- Five recall campaigns were issued against the 2022 Q4 E-Tron specifically, covering gear-position indication, headlight software, onboard charging cable, air bag deployment, and backup-camera display function.
- The air bag recall (issued March 2023) addresses improper deployment during a crash, making it the highest-priority campaign to verify as remedied on any used example.
- NHTSA recorded zero owner complaints for this model year, an unusually clean complaint record that distinguishes the 2022 Q4 E-Tron from many vehicles with comparable recall counts.
- Lane departure warning is absent as standard equipment on this model year, which contributes to an avoidance-tech sub-score of 7 out of 10 within the Safety Index breakdown.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron places
The 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron safety questions
Was the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 11.3%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 5 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Q4 E-Tron years
Rivals in SUV (2022)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Tesla Model Y 5-Seat | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Qx55 | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Envision | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Buick Enclave | 94/100 | 4 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16589), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi Q4 E-Tron 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 77 of 135 in the SUV class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.