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Audi A4 Cabriolet problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every A4 Cabriolet from 2006 to 2009: 64 owner complaints and 11 recalls across 4 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2007 (23), 2009 (22), 2008 (16). Best fuel economy: 25 mpg combined (2009).

Audi A4 Cabriolet
Photo: Koalorka · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Airbags57
Engine2
Transmission & drivetrain2
Fuel & propulsion2
Exterior lights1
Electrical1
Fuel system1
Engine & cooling1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20061323
200732324
200831624
200942225

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Audi A4 Cabriolet?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2007 (23), 2009 (22), 2008 (16).

How many recalls has the Audi A4 Cabriolet had?

Across 2006–2009, NHTSA lists 11 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).