Audi Cabriolet Problems by Year
NHTSA has 20 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Audi Cabriolet, across 6 model years (1995–2003). The 1996 model year has the most complaints (8). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Audi Cabriolet years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Cabriolet model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1996 Cabriolet: 8 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2003 Cabriolet: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1995 Cabriolet: 3 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1998 Cabriolet: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2000 Cabriolet: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 1997 Cabriolet: 2 complaints, 1 recall
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 Cabriolet problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Audi Cabriolet model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Cabriolet | 5 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 2000 Cabriolet | 1 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 1998 Cabriolet | 1 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 1997 Cabriolet | 2 | 1 | — | Steering | |
| 1996 Cabriolet | 8 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1995 Cabriolet | 3 | 3 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi Cabriolet years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1996 (8), 2003 (5), 1995 (3). 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 Cabriolet?
Electrical System, with 9 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Audi Cabriolet have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.