2020 Audi E-Tron: common problems
The maker issued 461 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 461
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- electric
- automatic, 1-speed
Drive: AWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 213 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 170 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Lane departure | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Seat belts | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Visibility. Wipers, mirrors, defrosters, cracked glass.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Updated the “Important Step” information in the SVM section regarding elimination of the battery…
Updated the “Important Step” information in the SVM section regarding elimination of the battery evaluation step performed during the 93U9 and the 93V2
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided
- Audi is providing an updated 220V/240V charging unit cable and a compact/portable charging system software…
Audi is providing an updated 220V/240V charging unit cable and a compact/portable charging system software update for vehicles included in this service action. Updated claiming and work instructions
- Noise from front door trim panel while driving Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't…
Noise from front door trim panel while driving Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicle will not charge Corrosion on wheelhouse cover plate P008700 - low fuel pressure P042000…
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts…
- Audi is providing an updated 220V/240V charging unit cable and a compact/portable charging system software…
Audi is providing an updated 220V/240V charging unit cable and a compact/portable charging system software update for vehicles included in this service action.
- Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct…
Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Front window inoperative Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicle will not…
- This bulletin provides information when the warning "Night vision assist
fault. Please contact workshop" appears in the instrument cluster; DTC U110100.
- This bulletin provides information when there is a coolant system leak from coolant valve N632
- Dealer Communication
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- On vehicles manufactured within a specific period, the pressure and temperature sensors in the air…
On vehicles manufactured within a specific period, the pressure and temperature sensors in the air conditioning system may fail. If this happens, the air conditioning system will no longer function.
- The remaining range display is being modified on Audi e-tron vehicles manufactured within a specific period
Repair instructions updated.
NHTSA lists 461 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Audi E-Tron?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 461 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2020 Audi E-Tron?
NHTSA lists 461 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2020 Audi E-Tron from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2020 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.