2004 Audi A4 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2004 Audi A4 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 189 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 3 fires, 6 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (48 reports).

2Recalls
189Owner complaints
8Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2004 Audi A4 recalls

Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments

Recall 16V382Jun 1, 2016194,453 vehicles affected

Certain Audi A4 and A6 vehicles from the 2004 to 2011 model years have a passenger-side frontal airbag inflator that can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Recall 05V096Mar 15, 20059,965 vehicles affected

Most common 2004 Audi A4 problems

Problem areas named in the 189 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline48
Air Bags26
Engine And Engine Cooling21
Visibility17
Tires16
Vehicle Speed Control16
Electrical System15
Exterior Lighting14
Power Train12
Engine7

What owners report

2023-05-05, Air Bags
******* DELETE VOQ ******* THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING MARKED FOR DELETION BECAUSE IT IS REQUESTED BY THE CONSUMER THAT THEY WISH TO HAVE IT REMOVED*DJR ******* DELETE VOQ *******
2022-09-16, Electrical System
This took place about a week ago. The car was parked in our driveway when the fire started. My husband had returned home just 15 minutes prior to the fire starting. I noticed there was smoke coming in our living room window. Then I looked at our security camas. And saw smoke pouring out from underneath the hood of my car. We tried to put the fire out with our two hose system set up and it wouldn't go out. So we knew it was electrical. We couldn't get close enough to open the hood so I couldn't pour baking soda on it. Two fire extinguishers later like 10 minutes the firefighters showed up and we're able to put it out. They confirmed that the arch came from the battery terminals /cables. Two o
2021-09-29, Visibility
The contact owns a 2004 Audi A4. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the rear windshield became detached from the soft top. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be inspected. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.
2021-08-23, Electrical System
PRNDS appeared in red on my dash and then started blinking. Went on line regarding this and read about a TCM switch or a lever switch malfunction.Have an appt with mechanic on 8/26/21. From what I have read we are looking at a cost prohibitive repair of several thousands of dollars. Does Audi have any responsibility? Apparently it is a common complaint with the A4 model. Felt loss of power when decelerating.
2020-10-27, Air Bags
I WAS DRIVING TO JACKSONVILLE FLORIDA AND CAR HAD SHUT OFF ON ME ON THE HIGHWAY IN YULEE FLORIDA I WAS STUCK ON THE HIGHWAY FOR 7 HRS MY CAR IS STUCK IN FLORIDA

2004 Audi A4 questions

Does the 2004 Audi A4 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2004 Audi A4: Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments; Exterior Lighting:Headlights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Audi A4?

Based on 189 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (48), Air Bags (26), Engine And Engine Cooling (21).

How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Audi A4 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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