NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV Safety Ratings
The 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV enters the market with a strong safety profile. Its NHTSA Safety Index score of 91 out of 100 places it firmly in the Exceptional band. This assessment is supported by a pristine record: NHTSA data shows no recalls issued and zero owner complaints filed for this model year. The federal crash-test results further reinforce this positive outlook.
The 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV earned a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100 and an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based exclusively on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 143 SUVs from 2026 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV ranks 41 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 11.3% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 41 of 143 SUVs tested for 2026 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV?
The 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV debuts with a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, notably achieving a perfect defect record and a full score for crash-avoidance technology. This 91 establishes the initial benchmark for the nameplate within our tracking. The vehicle secures a 5-star overall NHTSA rating. This is supported by a 5-star side-impact result. Its 4-star frontal crash rating and 4-star rollover rating, combined with an 11 percent rollover risk, contribute to its crash-protection subscore of 61 out of 70. A perfect 10 out of 10 for avoidance technology reflects standard inclusion of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. The defect record registers a perfect 20 out of 20, with zero recalls and zero owner complaints. This status is typical for a newly released model and will require ongoing observation as more units enter service.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV perform in crash tests?
The 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV achieved a 5 out of 5 star overall safety rating from NHTSA. Side impact protection proved a particular strength, earning a perfect 5-star score. Frontal crash protection was rated at 4 out of 5 stars, matching the rollover assessment. The vehicle demonstrated an 11 percent rollover risk in testing, with the dynamic tip test recording no tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21015
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV have any recalls?
No recall campaigns are on file for the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV. There are zero active recall campaigns, meaning no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories apply. Shoppers should still run a VIN check through NHTSA's recall database, as new campaigns can be issued at any time after a model year launches.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV?
NHTSA has received zero owner complaints for the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV. No components have been flagged, and no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been alleged. Because this is a current-model-year vehicle, the complaint record remains very early and should be revisited as ownership expands.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV?
For a current-model-year vehicle, the absence of recalls is typical at launch. Shoppers must use NHTSA's VIN lookup tool to verify recall status before purchase or delivery, as campaigns can be initiated post-launch. Ensure any future remedy has been completed prior to taking ownership.
- The 2026 model year carries zero active NHTSA recall campaigns, a clean opening record for this nameplate that should be monitored via VIN lookup as the model year matures.
- NHTSA's side-impact test produced a perfect 5-star result, while frontal and rollover each scored 4 stars, with an 11 percent rollover risk and a No Tip outcome in the dynamic test.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by NHTSA, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are standard equipment, earning the vehicle a perfect 10 out of 10 avoidance-tech subscore.
- Zero owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for this model year, but the figure reflects an early and limited ownership period and is not a permanent indicator of the complaint trajectory.
RANKINGSWhere the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV places
The 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV safety questions
Was the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV 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 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV. 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.
Rivals in SUV (2026)
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|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 350e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 550e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander MHEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 21015), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV 2026.
- 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 41 of 143 in the SUV class for 2026.
- 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.