Complaint

2023 Audi e-tron Sudden Acceleration Complaint

A 2023 Audi e-tron owner reported multiple instances of sudden unintended acceleration, including one incident that resulted in a crash. The complaint highlights a significant safety concern, particularly when reversing from parking spots.

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What Owners Are Reporting

Owners of the 2023 Audi e-tron have reported alarming incidents of 2023 Audi e-tron sudden acceleration. Specifically, one owner experienced their vehicle suddenly accelerating on at least two occasions while attempting to reverse from a parking spot. The acceleration was described as very sudden, occurring even without the driver's foot on the accelerator pedal.

One of these incidents led to a collision with a passing car, causing damage to both vehicles. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in this crash. In another instance, the owner was able to stop the vehicle before it hit anything.

Severity and Safety Concerns

The reported 2023 Audi e-tron sudden acceleration incidents highlight a serious safety risk. The fact that a crash has already occurred underscores the potential for injury or even fatalities. The owner expressed significant fear and called for a recall to address this critical safety defect.

Pattern of Complaints

The complaining owner noted that similar experiences are widely discussed online among other Audi e-tron owners. These reports describe the car accelerating without warning, either while reversing or simply while trying to park. The component involved was listed as "UNKNOWN OR OTHER," suggesting the root cause is not yet identified.

If You've Experienced This

If you own a 2023 Audi e-tron and have experienced 2023 Audi e-tron sudden acceleration or any other unintended vehicle movement, it is crucial to report it. Document the incident with as much detail as possible, including the date, time, location, vehicle speed, and any warning lights or messages that appeared. Filing a complaint with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) helps build a comprehensive database that can lead to investigations and potential recalls.


Source: NHTSA ID 11680439

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main issue reported for the 2023 Audi e-tron?
The primary issue reported is sudden unintended acceleration, particularly when the vehicle is being reversed from a parking spot, as detailed in NHTSA complaint 11680439.
Has the 2023 Audi e-tron sudden acceleration led to any crashes?
Yes, one incident of sudden unintended acceleration in a 2023 Audi e-tron resulted in a collision with another vehicle, causing property damage.
Is Audi aware of the e-tron sudden acceleration problem?
The complaint mentions that many Audi e-tron owners online have reported similar experiences, suggesting a potential pattern that Audi may be aware of, though no official statement from Audi is provided in the complaint.
What should I do if my 2023 Audi e-tron suddenly accelerates?
If you experience sudden unintended acceleration, ensure your safety and then file a detailed complaint with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to contribute to potential investigations.

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 2023 model year

6 complaints, the 4th most of 5 model years on file. Owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires and 0 injuries for this year, which also has 3 recalls on file.

Complaints by model year

Model years with the most complaints for the Audi e-tron
201984
20201
202136
202231
20236

Most-reported systems

  1. Electrical System — 81
  2. Power Train — 24
  3. Engine — 23
  4. Fuel/Propulsion System — 18
  5. Service Brakes — 18

Latest recalls for the 2023 model year

  • 26V240000 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic (Apr 2026)
  • 25V900000 — Back Over Prevention (Dec 2025)
  • 23V842000 — Electrical System (Dec 2023)
All 2023 recalls →

Recent owner reports

I was entering the freeway at a metered on-ramp. During my wait, the vehicle warned of objects that were close even though none were close to the vehicle.

2023 Audi e-tron owner, Oct 2026

When driving, my vehicle recieved multple warning messages at the same time. The first message was that my brake was malfunctioning, and when I went to brake, the brakes did not work.

2023 Audi e-tron owner, Jun 2026
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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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