Does the 2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback, the most recent reported on April 15, 2026 (Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback?

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (2 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (1).

How many 2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback recalls and problems

2 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages

NHTSA campaign 26V240000 · reported April 15, 2026 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 18,853 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro, 2020-2023 Audi E-Tron Sportback, 2024 Q8 E-Tron, Q8 Sportback E-Tron, SQ8 E-Tron, and SQ8 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.
The risk: Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the pushrod screw joint as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 28, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46P7. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V621. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 17, 2026.

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

NHTSA campaign 25V900000 · reported December 19, 2025 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 356,894 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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."
The risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system2
Fuel/propulsion system1
Unknown or other1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Feb 18, 2026 · Electrical system
Car was serviced for recall work and returned next day with con box failure which controls SOS feature on car. The Con box failures can be caused from battery voltage events and software resets . The car had approximately 38k miles on it at the time of service . The dealer and Audi would not accept any responsibility…

Jun 30, 2025 · Unknown or other
I have been dealing with an unresolved recall issue on my Audi for over a year. Despite numerous attempts to contact Audi Atlanta, I have not received any meaningful assistance. Each time I call, I’m told that a solution has not yet been provided for the recall. Additionally, my vehicle has experienced multiple…

May 22, 2025 · Electrical system
Audi etron sportback lost power while driving on a busy roadway at 60mph. Car lost about 10-15 mph speed within seconds due to the vehicle weight. By the time the "drive system malfunction" and "electical system malfunction " warning lights came on I realized I could not accelerate, and and coasted to a stop on the…

E-Tron Sportback model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2020	2	3
2021	2	5
2022	2	14
2023	2	0

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Questions

Does the 2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback, the most recent reported on April 15, 2026 (Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback?: Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (2 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (1).
How many 2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received February 18, 2026.