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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2019 Audi e-tron powertrain problems
severe Owners of the 2019 Audi e-tron have filed 11 NHTSA complaints about the powertrain at roughly $2,500 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of October 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See powertrain across all vehicles →
Complaints
11
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$2,500
| Model year | powertrain complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 e-tron (this page) | 11 |
| 2021 e-tron | 9 |
1crash
What stands out
Owners are still filing on this — the most recent NHTSA powertrain complaint for this vehicle was logged 10 days ago.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering powertrain on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This bulletin provides additoinal information to assist in determining the energy content of lithium-ion high-voltage batteries.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin providesi nformation when various DTCs are stored; high maximum temperature recorded for clutch K1.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin provides information when a cracking noise can be heard from the vehicle front or rear end while changing direction.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin offers information about the basic information needed for technical requests for gaerbox complaints.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
The component that failed is battery cell 6 within the internal high-voltage traction battery pack assembly. The vehicle is currently experiencing a severe high-voltage isolation/safety breakdown, flagging diagnostic trouble code B1D9EF1 while running on manufacturer software version 0490. The vehicle and its high-voltage battery pack are currently located at an authorized dealership and remain…
The rear coolant bottle for the drive motor is completely full, hv faults are stored. Battery is in "warning" condition, j840 stores internal malfunction faults. Additional diagnosis is necessary for the hv system, and the rear drive motor will need to be replaced. Found cell imbalance faults stored, found j840 battery module is faulty and must be replaced. Further diag is necessary, multiple…
Had powertrain trouble with your 2019 Audi e-tron?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2019 Audi e-tron?
It's a meaningful issue. 11 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/Audi/e-tron.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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