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Audi A4 Allroad problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every A4 Allroad from 2013 to 2024: 252 owner complaints and 27 recalls across 12 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2013 (87), 2014 (46), 2017 (31). Best fuel economy: 26 mpg combined (2024).

Audi A4 Allroad
Photo: Aa1406 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Steering68
Electrical46
Engine40
Other / unknown33
Airbags30
Transmission & drivetrain17
Backup camera13
Fuel & propulsion10

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
2013487–
2014446–
2015425–
2016315–
201753125
201839–
20190325
202013026
20211126
20221026
20231126
20240426

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Audi A4 Allroad?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2013 (87), 2014 (46), 2017 (31).

How many recalls has the Audi A4 Allroad had?

Across 2013–2024, NHTSA lists 27 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).