S e-tron vs Charger

The LG E61V battery cell modules can develop voltage losses, causing reduced range, power limitation, and in extreme cases thermal runaway or fire. Audi issued recalls 93U9/93V2 and NHTSA 23V867 covering 2018-2022 model years, with interim guidance to limit charging to 80%. The repair is free under recall, but out-of-coverage module replacement would be far more expensive.

The front electric drive unit can develop a coolant leak, leaving fluid traces under the front of the vehicle and potentially triggering drivetrain warnings. If left unaddressed, the leak can damage drive-motor seals and shorten service life. No repair cost estimate was provided in the research, so treat it as a pre-purchase inspection item.

The MMI infotainment system can crash, show a blue screen, reboot unexpectedly, and sometimes lock out settings and climate touch controls. This affects 2020-2023 e-tron S and other GE e-tron variants. The fix is usually a dealer MMI software or data-pack update, or MMI module replacement in persistent cases; no cost range was stated in the research.

The 12-volt auxiliary battery is a typical weakness on 2020-2023 e-tron S models and is not covered by the main high-voltage battery warranty. A failing 12-volt battery can prevent the car from waking or unlocking, show low-voltage warnings, and leave the EV appearing totally dead because the HV contactors cannot activate. The research did not provide a specific replacement cost.

When using the portable compact charging system with an industrial 220-240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home outlets cannot handle the current and the outlet or cable can overheat. This recall covers 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro and 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, including 2020-2022 e-tron S models. The correction is performed free under recall.

A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying, violating FMVSS No. 111 Rear Visibility. Audi's December 2025 recall 25V500 covers many 2019-2026 model-year vehicles, including the first-generation e-tron S and the S6 e-tron series. The fix is an OTA or dealer software update at no cost to the owner.

The 5.7L and 6.4L HEMI V8 engines in 2019-2023 Charger R/T, Scat Pack, and SRT Hellcat can suffer MDS lifter and camshaft wear, causing audible ticking or knocking at cold start or idle. This may trigger the Check Engine Light, misfires, and rough idle, and if ignored can lead to collapsed lifters and camshaft lobe wear, eventually requiring valve train or engine replacement. Listen for persistent ticking on cold start and check for stored misfire codes such as P0300-P0308.

The Uconnect 4/4C touchscreen in 2019-2023 Chargers can develop delamination, causing bubbles or clouding under the glass, phantom touches, or a blank/unresponsive screen. This can also lead to loss of the rear camera display, as well as radio, HVAC, and vehicle settings becoming unusable. A software recall for 2022-2023 models addresses the rear-camera display failure, but out-of-warranty screen replacement is not covered.

The ZF-sourced 8-speed automatic in 2019-2023 Chargers (all trims) may exhibit hard or delayed shifts, especially 2-3 upshifts, downshift clunking, and hesitation when accelerating. Some owners report delayed engagement when shifting from Park to Drive or Reverse, and in severe cases transmission overheating warnings or the need for transmission replacement. Test drive in stop-and-go traffic to feel low-speed shifts, and check for burnt transmission fluid or stored transmission codes.