2014 Audi A4 Allroad Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2014 Audi A4 Allroad has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 46 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 3 fires.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (15 reports).

4Recalls
46Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2014 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 2014 Audi A4 Allroad problems

Problem areas named in the 46 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering15
Engine14
Electrical System3
Air Bags3
Power Train3
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Unknown Or Other2
Suspension2
Exterior Lighting1

What owners report

2026-03-05, Suspension
DESCRIPTION OF THE SAFETY DEFECT On February 24, 2026, an Audi-certified technician at Audi of Milwaukee discovered substantial rust perforation of the rear subframe on my 2014 Audi A4 Allroad (Repair Order #[XXX]). The technician documented the condition as follows: “INSPECTED REAR SUBFRAME CORROSION. RECOMMEND TO REPLACE REAR SUBFRAME AND RELATED PARTS.” The quoted cost to replace the rear subframe, control arms, and related components is $11,583.00. The vehicle was otherwise inspected as being in excellent condition with no body panel corrosion. Root Cause: Manufacturer-Installed Plastic Shield Design Defect (B8/B8.5 and B9 Platforms) The corrosion is caused by a design defect present
2019-10-28, Fuel/Propulsion System
ON SATURDAY 10/26/2019 AS I LEFT MY OFFICE TO HEAD HOME THAT DAY FROM WORK MY EPC LIGHT AND ENGINE MIL LIGHT IN MY DASHBOARD CAME ON AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START. I STARTED TO SMELL GAS FUMES IN THE CAR AND SMOKE COMING FROM THE BACK SEAT LIKE A FIRE HAD STARTED. I SHUT OFF THE CAR, GOT OUT AND OPENED ALL THE DOORS AND AS I APPROACHED THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE I SPOTTED LARGE AMOUNTS OF FUEL LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH WHERE THE FUEL PUMP IS LOCATED. I CALLED MY AUTHORIZED MECHANIC AS HE HAS DEALT WITH MY VEHICLE BEFORE AND HE CAME AND DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE, HOOKED IT UP TO HIS COMPUTER AND GAVE HIM A FEW ERROR CODES. 1 WAS FOR THE FUEL PUMP, ANOTHER FOR THE AFTER RUN COOLANT PUMP. HE INFOR
2019-09-16, Engine
THIS IS THE 4TH TIME I WILL HAVE TO REPLACE MY GAS PUMP AND /OR MY 3RD ENGINE IN MY 2014 AUDI A4. MY EPC LIGHT TURNS ON THEN MY CAR VIOLENTLY SHAKES AND THEN IT CUTS OFF. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE CROSSING AN INTERSECTION, DRIVING IN THE GAS STATION PARKING LOT, AT A PARKING LOT AFTER LEAVING A FRIENDS HOME AND AT MY HOME. I HAVE REPORTED THIS TO AUDI USA, LAS VEGAS AUDI AND THE FINANCE COMPANY. TODAY IT HAPPENED 1 YEAR AND 1 DAY AFTER IT HAPPENED LAST. I PARKED AT THE STORE RAN IN AND CAME OUT TURNED ON THE CAR AND THE EPC LIGHT CAME ON. I HAVE SPENT THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS ON REPAIRS, CAR RENTALS, RIDESHARES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR THE SAME THING OVER AND OVER. I AM NOT SURE WHAT RECOURSE I
2019-09-16, Electrical System
VEHICLE SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY WHILE IN MOTION ON A BUSY STREET.STEERING WHERE BECAME VERY HARD TO MANEUVER COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT DUE TO SHUTDOWN. TRIED TO RESTART IGNITION IN ORDER TO DRIVE IT OFF THE ROAD BUT KEPT SHUTTING DOWN COMPLETELY. ALL ELECTRICAL AND COMPONENTS WERE NOT WORKING. EVEN IN NEUTRAL THE STEERING WHERE WAS VERY HARD TO TURN. IT TURNED OUT TO BE THE FUEL PUMP WHICH COST $1400 TO REPLACE.
2019-06-19, Suspension
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI A4. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO HESITATE AND AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THREE DIFFERENT DEALERS. THE FIRST DEALER (AUDI MEMPHIS, LOCATED AT 1825 COVINGTON PIKE, MEMPHIS, TN 38128, (901) 388-8989) DIAGNOSED THAT THE CONTROL ARM BUSHING AND ALL FOUR TIRES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE SECOND DEALER (AUDI WEST PALM BEACH, LOCATED AT 2101 OKEECHOBEE BLVD, WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33409, (561) 688-2000) DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL BEARING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE THIRD DEALER (AUDI FORT LAUDERDALE, LOCATED AT 1200 N FEDERAL HWY, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33304, (954) 876-4144) DIAGNOSED THAT ONE OF THE RIMS WAS BENT.

2014 Audi A4 Allroad questions

Does the 2014 Audi A4 Allroad have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2014 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 2014 Audi A4 Allroad?

Based on 46 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (15), Engine (14), Electrical System (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 2014 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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