Research · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2027 Audi SQ6 E-TronRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2027 Audi SQ6 E-Tron. Most complaints involve back over prevention (1) and forward collision avoidance (1). The EPA rates it 85–92 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
85–92mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
1
Top: back over prevention
Fuel cost / yr
$800est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2027 Audi SQ6 E-Tron as of Oct 30, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 30, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Aug 2026 – Aug 2026
  1. Back over prevention1
  2. Forward collision avoidance1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each SQ6 E-Tron model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
20255
20271
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 30, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Back over prevention

1 report
“2027 Audi SQ6 e-tron VIN [XXX], [XXX], XXX delivery, 2,609 miles. CONCERN 1 CHARGING: AC Level 2 failed from delivery. GFF 202629856: P2DCE11 (CP Switch B short — J1245), B3A1E63 (JX6 ground fault), P0D9104 (J1246 coupler lock Active/Static — caused dealer CCS lockup). TAC RN-1659178 authorized JX6 replacement (95C915233BC on hand, uninstalled). EVSE eliminated: ChargePoint Ticket XXXno errors; replacement unit July 14 same failure; Acura ZDX charged on same ChargePoint July 27. DC degraded July 29: Card Read Error multiple stations; 21/31/86.5 kW vs 270 kW spec with Reduced Performance. Second 2027 SQ6 at Bellevue Audi same fault. Porsche TSB MC-11016721-0001 documented JX6 failure on shared PPE platform March 2025, 14 months pre-delivery. CONCERN 2 ADAS: All 4 SRR radars uncalibrated (B201000); J1274 offline (U085C8C Active/Static); P064F00 Unauthorized Software J1121 Bewertungsfaktor 500,999; 17 ADAS HMI implausible. RO2 GFF 202899240: C12BFF2 Radar Software Error; U1A0E00 SRR power supply fault 3 of 4 modules. Zero functional safety systems at 2,609 miles. CONCERN 3 FIRMWARE: B2F0100 Development Code Active/Static on J1312 (HCP1 domain master). SecOC…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 5, 2026Back over prevention, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11755112

Forward collision avoidance

1 report
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 30, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
Electric motor
Transmissions
Automatic (A1)
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Electricity
EV range
285 mi (EPA)

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
SQ6 e-tron (20 inch Tires)
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
978792$800—
SQ6 e-tron (21 inch Tires)
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
898085$900—
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2027 Audi SQ6 E-Tron as of Oct 30, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 30, 2026Vehicle 22572
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi6–12 monthsEVs wear tires faster (weight, torque)
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–4 yearsRegen braking spares the pads, not the fluid
Battery coolantPer manualPer manualIntervals vary widely by maker
12V battery—3–5 years
  • Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–4 years
  • Battery coolantPer manual
    Per manual
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2027 SQ6 E-Tron questions

How many recalls does the 2027 Audi SQ6 E-Tron have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 30, 2026.

What are the most common 2027 Audi SQ6 E-Tron problems?

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are back over prevention (1), forward collision avoidance (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2027 Audi SQ6 E-Tron get?

The EPA rates the 2027 Audi SQ6 E-Tron at 85–92 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 30, 2026