2013 Audi A4 Allroad Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other A4 Allroad years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 87 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Audi A4 Allroad. That is the most of any A4 Allroad model year in the database (12 years). The most reported problem area is steering (47 complaints, 54%), typically at around 41,075 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 87owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 Audi A4 Allroad problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 47 | 54% | 41,075 | — | — |
| Engine | 14 | 16% | 62,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 9 | 10% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 9 | 10% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 5 | 6% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 5 | 6% | 64,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 3% | 49,800 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 3% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2% | 89,450 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2% | 44,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2% | 23,796 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | 500 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1% | 26,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | 100,050 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Audi A4 Allroad recalls (4)
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Engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.
Risk: A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.
Electrical system:wiring
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles. Contact corrosion within the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater may cause the heater wires to overheat or melt.
Risk: The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The Recall began November 27, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 80C5 and 80C6.
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
Risk: If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19M1.
Air bags
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Audi A4 and S4 vehicles manufactured February 16, 2012, to October 21, 2014, and 2013-2015 Audi Allroad vehicles manufactured March 12, 2012, to October 21, 2014. Due to an improper algorithm in the air bag control module, if a crash necessitates deployment of the side air bags, a second impact to the front of the vehicle may not command the front air bags to also deploy.
Risk: If the front air bags do not deploy in the event of a secondary impact to the front of the vehicle, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2014. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69K5.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Audi Allroad - Subframe is severely corroded noted at annual service/inspection. Audi Allroad, a vehicle marketed as a more rugged version of a standard sedan or other wagons, has severe corrosion in subframe, with a large rusted hole, unable to pass safety inspection until replaced. The car has…
The rear carrier frame has rusted through. There are trim pieces that are attached to the frame , they trap and hold moisture and salt like a cup under the frame, not visible during a regular inspection. My car only has 95k has been garage kept and taken through car washes in the winter with…
The contact owned a 2013 Audi A4 Allroad. The contact stated that while parked and occupied in the vehicle, after starting the vehicle, her friend heard a puff noise coming from under the vehicle. No warning light illuminated however, after starting the vehicle, the electronic power control…
Excessive abnormal corrosion of rear subframe.
Audi installed plastic covers over sections of the subframe on allroad, Q5 models, and other models. These covers held in water and salt causing severe rusting and corrosion of the rear subframe. Subframes of these models are seriously structurally compromised and also hidden from view due to these…
Other Audi A4 Allroad years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 A4 Allroad | 4 | 0 |
| 2023 A4 Allroad | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 A4 Allroad | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 A4 Allroad | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 A4 Allroad | 30 | 1 |
| 2019 A4 Allroad | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 A4 Allroad | 9 | 3 |
| 2017 A4 Allroad | 31 | 5 |
| 2016 A4 Allroad | 15 | 3 |
| 2015 A4 Allroad | 25 | 4 |
| 2014 A4 Allroad | 46 | 4 |
| 2013 | 87 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Audi A4 Allroad?
Owners most often report steering, engine, electrical system problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 47 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Audi A4 Allroad?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 Audi A4 Allroad a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other A4 Allroad model years, the 2013 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.