2021-2022 Audi e-tron Energy Consumption Display Low TSB
Audi has released Technical Service Bulletin 90 22 37 2065793/1 to address an issue in 2021-2022 e-tron models where the instrument cluster shows an implausibly low average long-term energy consumption. A software update to the Audi virtual cockpit resolves this.

Gilt auch für
- Audi e-tron
- 2021
- Audi e-tron GT
- 2022
- Audi RS e-tron GT
- 2022
Symptoms
Owners of 2021-2022 Audi e-tron models may notice that the "average long-term energy consumption displayed in the instrument cluster is implausibly low." This issue typically manifests after approximately 3,000 miles of driving.
If the long-term memory is reset, the energy consumption display will temporarily show correct values. However, the problem will recur once another 3,000 miles have been driven, leading to a consistently low reading for the Audi e-tron energy consumption low issue.
Diagnosis and Trigger Conditions
The root cause of the inaccurate display is a software malfunction within the instrument cluster. This software error causes the values shown to be incorrect, specifically impacting the average long-term energy consumption.
Repair Procedure Summary
To resolve the "Audi e-tron energy consumption low" problem, a software update for the Audi virtual cockpit is required. This update involves using an ODIS Tester and applying the optimized software.
Technicians will update the Audi Virtual Cockpit software using either an automated method via ODIS or a manual update if there are SVM code or server issues. The update process utilizes SVM code 17A040 and is detailed in TSB 2060523: 91 MIB3 Software Update Instructions. The entire update procedure, including the software update and SVM work, takes approximately 30-60 minutes.
Required Tools or Parts
To perform this software update, the following equipment is necessary:
- ODIS Tester: Used for diagnostic and programming functions.
- USB Flash Drive: Required for the software update. Specific SD Creator Part Numbers are:
- For MY2021 vehicles: 4N0 906 961 AQ
- For MY2022 vehicles: 4KE 906 961 A
Warranty Information
This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB 90 22 37 2065793/1) outlines the warranty claim procedures for addressing the Audi e-tron energy consumption low issue. The repair is covered under warranty for up to 48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. For Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicles, the G10 claim type applies, requiring verification of ownership.
If your vehicle is outside of the warranty period, this Technical Service Bulletin serves as informational guidance. The damage code for this repair is 0039, and the service number is 9025. Labor operations for the software update, including checking for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), are assigned code 0151 0000.
Important Warnings
Owners and technicians should be aware of specific requirements during the software update process:
- Key Placement: The vehicle key must be placed on the emergency key reader coil to start and remain there throughout the entire update procedure.
- Warranty Information: Please refer to the warranty information provided specifically within this TSB (90 22 37 2065793/1) and disregard any conflicting information found in TSB 2060523 regarding warranty claims.
This TSB 90 22 37 2065793/1 replaces the previously issued Pending Service Solution (PSS) TSB 2063789/1.
NHTSA ID: 10207101
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 'Audi e-tron energy consumption low' issue?
- The 'Audi e-tron energy consumption low' issue refers to a software malfunction in the instrument cluster of 2021-2022 Audi e-tron models, causing the average long-term energy consumption display to show implausibly low and inaccurate values, typically after 3,000 miles of driving.
- Which Audi models are affected by TSB 90 22 37 2065793/1?
- Technical Service Bulletin 90 22 37 2065793/1 affects 2021-2022 Audi e-tron quattro, e-tron Sportback quattro, 2022 e-tron GT, and 2022 RS e-tron GT models.
- How is the 'average long-term energy consumption displayed in the instrument cluster is implausibly low' problem fixed?
- This problem is resolved by a software update to the Audi virtual cockpit. The update is performed by a dealership technician using an ODIS Tester and SVM code 17A040, as detailed in TSB 2060523: 91 MIB3 Software Update Instructions.
- Is the software update for the Audi e-tron energy consumption low issue covered under warranty?
- Yes, the software update is covered under warranty for up to 48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. For Certified Pre-Owned vehicles, specific claim procedures apply.
What Audi e-tron owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 5 model years.
- 158
- Owner complaints
- 14
- Recalls
- 1,706
- Service bulletins
- 7
- Crashes reported
- 6
- Fires reported
- 3
- Injuries reported
The 2022 model year
31 complaints, the 3rd most of 5 model years on file. Owners reported 1 crash, 2 fires and 2 injuries for this year, which also has 6 recalls on file.
Electrical System, the system this article covers, accounts for 81 of 158 complaints (51%), including 17 for 2022.
Complaints by model year
| 2019 | 84 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 36 | |
| 2022 | 31 | |
| 2023 | 6 |
Most-reported systems
- Electrical System — 81
- Power Train — 24
- Engine — 23
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 18
- Service Brakes — 18
Latest recalls for the 2022 model year
- 26V240000 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic (Apr 2026)
- 25V900000 — Back Over Prevention (Dec 2025)
- 23V867000 — Electrical System (Dec 2023)
Recent owner reports about electrical system
While driving, the vehicle displayed three simultaneous warnings — “Drive system malfunction, safely stop vehicle,” “Electrical system malfunction, restart not possible, contact service,” and “All-wheel drive malfunction, limited stability” — and lost…
Read owner complaints →The vehicle is experiencing an intermittent but active 'Electrical system: malfunction!' safety alert on the dashboard and myAudi app, caused by an internal high-voltage battery cell circuit fault (Diagnostic Trouble Code P0DB400 / U04A300) and a failure in…
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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