Audi A4 — Years to Avoid

Which model years have the most problems and which are safe to buy.

Avoid These Years

2020 Audi A4

226 complaints (283% of segment average)

Avoid This Year

Main issue: Emergency Call SOS module function is inoperative. Cannot use the SOS function and hands-free cell phone use through Bluetooth is also inoperative. Went to dealer on 8/31/22 for repair/replacement of module as instructed in Audi Service Action 90T2. I was told the repair is covered by the vehicle

Safe to Buy

2022 Audi A4

10 complaints — well below segment average

Excellent Reliability

2023 Audi A4

15 complaints — well below segment average

Excellent Reliability

2019 Audi A4

16 complaints — well below segment average

Excellent Reliability

2011 Audi A4

17 complaints — well below segment average

Excellent Reliability

2016 Audi A4

18 complaints — well below segment average

Excellent Reliability

2021 Audi A4

19 complaints — well below segment average

Excellent Reliability

2015 Audi A4

23 complaints — well below segment average

Excellent Reliability

2012 Audi A4

23 complaints — well below segment average

Excellent Reliability

2013 Audi A4

28 complaints — well below segment average

2014 Audi A4

38 complaints — well below segment average

2018 Audi A4

39 complaints — well below segment average