Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 35 | — | 3 | Electrical | Limited data |
* Complaints compared with the median Q6 E-Tron year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Audi Q6 E-Tron problems
Latest Audi Q6 E-Tron recalls
Seat belts › Rear/other › Retractor
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026.
Back over prevention › Software
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 and Q6 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298.
Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 e-tron and Q6 e-tron vehicles. The rearview camera may show a blurry image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace surround view cameras as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Audi Q6 E-Tron should you avoid?
None of the Audi Q6 E-Tron years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What are the most common Audi Q6 E-Tron problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the electrical system (24), driver assistance (10) and transmission & drivetrain (6). Electrical complaints peak in the 2025 model year.
How many recalls has the Audi Q6 E-Tron had?
3 recalls across 2025. The model year with the most is 2025. See all Audi Q6 E-Tron recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.