Engine
2.0L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 194 of 196 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 73 of 196 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Air bags
119 complaint records4 crash reports
"TAKATA RECALL: AUDI HAS FAILED TO DEVELOP A CORRECTIVE ACTION FOR THE AIRBAG RECALL. STATUS KEEPS SHOWING "UNAVAILABLE."..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse air bags parts in the directory →
Engine & cooling
30 complaint records
"THIS AUDI AND MANY OTHERS SUFFER FROM EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. ABOUT 1 QUART SYNTHETIC OIL IS USED/LOST EVERY 1000-2000 MILES. *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Power train
11 complaint records
"HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO CAMSHAFT, CAM FOLLOWER AND INTERNAL METAL SHAVINGS FROM DEFECT AT 123,542 MILES...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse power train parts in the directory →
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18V427000 | Air Bags | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2005-2008 Audi A4 Sedan, A4 Avant, S4 Avant and S4 Sedan, 2007-2008 RS4 Sedan, 2004 RS4 Cabriolet, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2005-2011... | Normally free |
| 17V032000 | Air Bags | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the... | Normally free |
| 16V382000 | Air Bags | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Audi A4, and 2005-2011 Audi A6 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii,... | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018342 2018-06-22 | Airbag | 19,649 | On certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, could eventually degrade the propellant contained in the passenger frontal airbag. |
| 2018059 2018-01-30 | Airbag | 26,340 | On certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, could eventually degrade the propellant contained in the driver frontal airbag. |
| 2017026 2017-01-13 | Airbag | 18,064 | On certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, could eventually degrade the propellant contained in the passenger frontal airbag. |
| 2016266 2016-05-27 | Airbag | 59 | On certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, could eventually degrade the propellant contained in the passenger frontal airbag. |
| 2016065 2016-02-09 | Airbag | 15,039 | On certain vehicles, the driver frontal airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A0023742052680_4 Oct 2023 | Equipment | This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries. | |
| DC_AudiRingsV12 Apr 2023 | Equipment | Inside the Rings | Volume 12, Spring 2023 | |
| TRMDMV_NM_Audi Mar 2023 | Air Bags | In conjunction with the New Mexico DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 389 Audi owners in the State of New Mexico on March 13, 2023. | |
| TRMDMV_MA_Audi Mar 2023 | Air Bags | In conjunction with the Massachusetts DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,907 Audi owners in the State of Massachusetts on March 13, 2023. | |
| TRMDMV_CO_Audi Feb 2023 | Air Bags | In conjunction with the Colorado DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,174 Audi owners in the State of Colorado on February 13, 2023. |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC_Rings_VOL10 Feb 2023 | Air Bags | Takata recall and 3G turndown | |
| DC_Alternator_6 Jan 2023 | Equipment | Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order | |
| DC_Alternator_4 Jan 2023 | Equipment | Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order | |
| DC_Alternator_5 Jan 2023 | Equipment | Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order | |
| DC_Alternator_3 Jan 2023 | Equipment | Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order | |
| DC_Alternator_2 Jan 2023 | Equipment | Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order | |
| DC_Alternator Dec 2022 | Electrical System | Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order | |
| DC_RECALLS Dec 2022 | Equipment | SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES | |
| A572200202203210 Dec 2022 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system. | |
| A1922332061604_5 Nov 2022 | Equipment | This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak. | |
| TRMDMV_NY_Audi Oct 2022 | Air Bags | In conjunction with the New York DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 5,165 Audi owners in the State of New York on October 17, 2022. | |
| TRMDPS_SC_Audi Sep 2022 | Unknown Or Other | In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Audi is sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 1,121 Audi owners in the state of South Carolina on September 19, 2022. | |
| A9122192067783_1 Aug 2022 | Equipment | This bulletin provides information about obtaining a radio code using ODIS. | |
| TRMDMV_PR_Audi Jul 2022 | Air Bags | In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Division and Department of Driver Services, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 565 Audi owners in the State of Puerto Rico on July 25, 2022. | |
| TRMDMV_VA_Audi Jul 2022 | Equipment | In conjunction with the Virginia DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,026 Audi owners in the State of Virginia on July 21, 2022. | |
| TRMDMV_GA_Audi Jun 2022 | Air Bags | In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Division and Department of Driver Services, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,616 Audi owners in the State of Georgia on June 22, 2022. | |
| SM 48-2022 Jun 2022 | Equipment | This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided. | |
| TRMDMV_CA_Audi May 2022 | Air Bags | In conjunction with the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 12,349 Audi owners in the State of California on April 29, 2022. | |
| AWA 22-04 Apr 2022 | Air Bags | This Document informs dealers on the new Takata warranty extension for 2005-2017 A3, A4 Avant, A4 Sedan, S4 Sedan, S4, Avant, A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, A5 Cabriolet, S5 Cabriolet, A6 Avant, A6 Sedan, Q5, R8 Coupe, R8 Spyder, RS4 Cabriolet, RS4 Sedan, S6 Sedan, S6 Sedan, TT... | |
| DC_20220329 Mar 2022 | Equipment | Dealer Communication: Vehicle Sales Reporting, Reinstatement, and Audit Policy | |
| TRMALEA_AL_Audi Mar 2022 | Air Bags | In conjunction with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Audi is sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 939 Audi owners in the State of Alabama on March 23, 2022. | |
| A1722172060750_3 Mar 2022 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks. | |
| A9122752024323_9 Feb 2022 | Electrical System | This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning. | |
| A462226202258411 Jan 2022 | Service Brakes | This informational bulletin provides diagnostic information for brake conditions. | |
| A192228202530313 Jan 2022 | Equipment | This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants. | |
| TRMDPSSC_Audi Jan 2022 | Air Bags | In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Audi is sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 1,290 Audi owners in the state of South Carolina on January 24, 2022. | |
| A192227202530312 Jan 2022 | Equipment | This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants. | |
| A002155201173212 Dec 2021 | Electrical System | This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates. | |
| DC 20210928 Sep 2021 | Equipment | Dealer Communication - Vehicle Sales Reporting, Reinstatement, and Audit Policy Update - Effective September 30, 2021 | |
| A9121342018187_1 Sep 2021 | Equipment | This bulletin contains inspection guidelines for radio interference that causes noises in the speaker. | |
| TRMDMVID_Audi Aug 2021 | Air Bags | In conjunction with the Idaho DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 688 Audi owners in the State of Idaho on August 30, 2021. | |
| A0021482021205_6 Jun 2021 | Structure | This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc. | |
| TRMDMVNY_Audi Jun 2021 | Air Bags | In conjunction with the New York DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 6,957 Audi owners in the State of New York on June 21, 2021. | |
| A1921182061604_4 May 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak. | |
| A9121042024323_8 May 2021 | Electrical System | This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning. | |
| TRMTXDMV_Audi May 2021 | Air Bags | In conjunction with the Texas DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 7,185 Audi owners in the State of Texas on May 17, 2021. | |
| A0021442052680_3 May 2021 | Equipment | This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). | |
| A1021222018288_9 May 2021 | Equipment | This technical service bulletin reminds the reader to check for metal debris when replacing an engine. | |
| A9021032058077_5 May 2021 | Service Brakes | This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi presense interventions. | |
| ELSAallignAudi Apr 2021 | Electrical System | Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both systems are displaying the same campaign information, including OPEN/CLOSED status, repair date as well as criterions at the same time without any discrepancy. | |
| A4021242016453_4 Apr 2021 | Suspension | This bulletin contains instructions for determining if bushings need to be replaced. | |
| A1921152061604_3 Apr 2021 | Engine | This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak. | |
| A5721752022032_9 Apr 2021 | Electrical System | This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system. | |
| A9121862062713_1 Mar 2021 | Equipment | This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is radio static when the rear heater is active. | |
| A1921142061604_2 Mar 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak. | |
| A4621252054385_2 Feb 2021 | Equipment | This informational contains an explanation for when the customer hears creaking noises when braking at almost standstill (crawling when pulling away or briefly before standstill). | |
| A462123202258410 Feb 2021 | Service Brakes | This informational bulletin provides diagnostic information for brake conditions. | |
| A1721122060750_2 Feb 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks. | |
| A9121642024323_7 Jan 2021 | Parking Brake | This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning. | |
| SM C-2020 Dec 2020 | Equipment | This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only). | |
| A1920102061604_1 Dec 2020 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak. | |
| A1720112060750_1 Oct 2020 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks. | |
| 21AUTIRECHAINS Sep 2020 | Equipment | Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information | |
| TRMMIDOS_Audi Aug 2020 | Air Bags | In conjunction with the Michigan Department of State, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 3,000 Audi owners in the State of Michigan on August 10, 2020. | |
| Audi Part Labels Aug 2020 | Equipment | Recall Reminder Part Labels |
Showing 60 of 355 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Watch the airbag warning light through a full key cycle.It should light on start and go out within seconds. A light that stays on, or never lights at all, means the system needs attention. Run the VIN for inflator recalls specifically.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Drive it from a dead stop, twice, on a hill if you can.Shudder, hesitation, or a lurch under light throttle is how this vehicle's largest complaint cluster shows itself. Then ask for the transmission service history in writing; repeat repairs are a pattern, not a fluke.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 3 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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