Audi A4 Cabriolet Problems by Year
NHTSA has 64 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Audi A4 Cabriolet, across 4 model years (2006–2009). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (23). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Audi A4 Cabriolet years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No A4 Cabriolet model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 A4 Cabriolet: 23 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2009 A4 Cabriolet: 22 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2008 A4 Cabriolet: 16 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Audi A4 Cabriolet problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 57 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Audi A4 Cabriolet model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 A4 Cabriolet | 22 | 4 | — | Air Bags | More complaints than other years |
| 2008 A4 Cabriolet | 16 | 3 | — | Air Bags | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2007 A4 Cabriolet | 23 | 3 | — | Air Bags | More complaints than other years |
| 2006 A4 Cabriolet | 3 | 1 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi A4 Cabriolet years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (23), 2009 (22), 2008 (16). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Audi A4 Cabriolet?
Air Bags, with 57 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Audi A4 Cabriolet have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.