2013 Audi A4 Allroad Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2013 Audi A4 Allroad has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 87 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (47 reports).

4Recalls
87Owner complaints
4Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2013 Audi A4 Allroad recalls

Electric coolant pump can overheat or short, raising fire risk

Recall 18V229Apr 11, 2018342,867 vehicles affected

The electric coolant pump in these vehicles, which use the 2.0L Turbo FSI engine, can become blocked by debris from the cooling system and overheat, or it can short-circuit because of moisture inside the pump.

Corroded heater connector can melt wires and cause fire

Recall 17V622Oct 5, 2017216,913 vehicles affected

Corrosion inside the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater can cause the heater wires to overheat or melt.

Coolant Pump Can Overheat and Cause a Fire

Recall 17V002Jan 3, 2017342,867 vehicles affected

Some vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Turbo FSI engine may have an electric coolant pump that can become blocked by debris from the cooling system.

Air Bags

Recall 14V667Oct 24, 2014101,938 vehicles affected

Most common 2013 Audi A4 Allroad problems

Problem areas named in the 87 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering47
Engine14
Electrical System9
Power Train9
Air Bags5
Unknown Or Other5
Vehicle Speed Control3
Suspension3
Visibility/Wiper2
Engine And Engine Cooling2

What owners report

2026-09-28, Unknown Or Other
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 been housed in a dry garage, has been well maintained with annual service completed at dealership since purchased, same owner, just over 40,000 miles. This problem has been the cause of a lawsuit in the Audi brand Q5 model, see reports in web search that the Allroad may also be known for this. The dealership does not state any warranty coverage for this major defect. Car was purchased to provide
2026-07-27, Unknown Or Other
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 undercarriage wash (to no avail). After some investigation it seems that Volkwagon /Audi corp. has known about this issue since 2009 , but has kept it internally and not made owners aware of this. It would have been so simple to just remove these trim pieces and I wouldn’t have this hole in my car frame, which has basically made it unsafe as this frame holds my suspension and rear differential. There h
2025-08-12, Engine
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 illuminated. In addition, the contact's friend lifted the hood of the vehicle, and he noticed smoke and flames coming from the engine. No injuries were sustained. No medical attention was required. The fire was extinguished by the contact and her friend. A fire department arrived at the scene however the fire was already extinguished upon their arrival. The fire report was unknown. A police report was no
2025-03-28, Suspension
Excessive abnormal corrosion of rear subframe.
2025-02-20, Unknown Or Other
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 plastic covers. It’s seems Audi is repairing some under their 12 year rust/corrosion/penetration warranty, but the response varies based on dealership (some people are being told this warranty only applies to body panels, others are told that they are ineligible due to not regularly servicing their vehicles at the dealer). Many others are past the warranty timeline. This issue requires i

2013 Audi A4 Allroad questions

Does the 2013 Audi A4 Allroad have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2013 Audi A4 Allroad: Electric coolant pump can overheat or short, raising fire risk; Corroded heater connector can melt wires and cause fire; Coolant Pump Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Air Bags. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Audi A4 Allroad?

Based on 87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (47), Engine (14), Electrical System (9).

How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Audi A4 Allroad has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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