NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT Safety Record
The 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 7 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT has not been subjected to NHTSA's crash-test regimen, leaving it without an official Safety Index score or star ratings. Despite this absence of crash-test data, the federal record does detail seven distinct recall campaigns. These campaigns address components critical to vehicle operation and safety, including the high-voltage traction battery, the occupant classification sensor, and the backup camera system. While its recall record is meaningful for consumer consideration, zero owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA. This unique combination presents a vehicle with a notable recall history but no federal crash-test evidence for safety assessment.
The 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Moderate recall and complaint burden band, and is the subject of seven NHTSA recall campaigns, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Moderate |
| Recalls on file | 7 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT?
The 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving a gap in its federal safety profile. There are no sibling-year scores within the E-Tron GT nameplate to provide an indication of crashworthiness. Despite this, the vehicle carries a "Moderate" burden band, driven exclusively by its recall history, as there are no owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year. Seven recall campaigns have been issued for the 2022 RS E-Tron GT. Two distinct recalls address issues with the high-voltage traction battery, indicating specific concerns with the electric propulsion system. A separate recall pertains to the brake line, a critical component in the vehicle's stopping system. Furthermore, an occupant classification system recall directly impacts the proper deployment of the front passenger airbag in a crash scenario. The remaining recalls include one for the backup camera, a campaign extending across a broad range of Volkswagen Group vehicles.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT have any recalls?
The seven recall campaigns for the 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT address the following components: the high-voltage traction battery (two separate campaigns citing potential battery issues), the front axle brake hose lines and fittings, the passenger occupant classification sensor tied to front airbag deployment, and the backup camera sensing system. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is confirmed in the data provided for this model year. Owners should verify repair status for each campaign by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V900000
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2025-12-19
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER25V227000
Risk: A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat cushion, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 74HC.
Reported 2025-04-15
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY24V726000
Risk: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy free of charge. For vehicles where on-line data is available (Audi recall number 931A), as an interim measure, the vehicles will be monitored through online data evaluation at no cost to owners. Where the online data shows a potentially critical battery module, the owner will be contacted and advised to only charge the vehicle u
Reported 2024-09-30
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS24V465000
Risk: A failed brake circuit can cause longer brake pedal travel and reduced braking performance, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front axle brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 6, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 47UP.
Reported 2024-06-20
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY24V229000
Risk: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 21, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93VM.
Reported 2024-03-22
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY24V228000
Risk: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will, analyze the battery data and replace the high-voltage battery modules as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 21, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93VN.
Reported 2024-03-22
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT?
NHTSA's complaint database shows zero owner complaints filed against the 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT. There are no top components to report, no reported crash events, no reported fires, and no reported injuries or fatalities. Because the complaint count is zero, there are no unverified consumer allegations to characterize for this model year.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT?
Seven recall campaigns have been issued for this model year. An open recall indicates that the manufacturer's prescribed remedy has not yet been applied, underscoring the importance of a VIN-specific recall check through nhtsa.gov prior to purchase.
- The 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no Safety Index score or star ratings exist for this model year under any NHTSA program.
- Two separate NHTSA recall campaigns specifically address the high-voltage traction battery on 2022 RS E-Tron GT units, making battery recall status a priority item to verify by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- A dedicated recall covers the 2022-2023 RS E-Tron GT's passenger occupant detection system, which affects whether the front passenger airbag is enabled correctly, a direct crash-protection concern.
- Owner complaint filings with NHTSA for this model year are zero, so the Moderate burden band for the 2022 RS E-Tron GT reflects recall activity alone, not a pattern of reported field problems.
FAQ2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT safety questions
Was the 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 7 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 7 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi RS E-Tron GT 2022.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- 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.