Model year

2011 Audi A4

Sedan, gasoline, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Feb 10, 2020 to Jul 14, 2024.

Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints11Below the median 2011 sedan
Severity index0.02011 sedans average 7.9
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2011 Audi A4 peaked in 2020, with 6 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

024620206202120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

64% of complaints about the 2011 Audi A4 name engine and cooling

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Engine and cooling
7
Powertrain
3
Fuel system
2
Electrical system
1
Driver assistance
1
Seat belts
1
Brakes
1
Suspension
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

No recall campaign lists the 2011 Audi A4

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2011 Audi A4

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

11 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Jul 14, 2024Failure Jul 14, 2024Fort Riley, KSEngine

    Engine oil consumption, timing chain. This is a massive problem among Audi vehicles across the board. Engine oil consumption is abnormal and if unnoticed leads to engine dying in the middle of the road which is dangerous and I’ve personally had this happen to me on multiple occasions. The engines timing chain goes bad and causes the entire engine to need to be replaced which consumers have to pay for out of pocket. Damage from timing chain, rough idle, sluggish engine performance, rattling, engine failure. There are large amounts of consumers experiencing the exact same issues. Something needs to be done it’s not safe at all and Audi should be held responsible and liable to fix these issues. The engines are deteriorating at an abnormal and accelerated rate.

    NHTSA complaint 11601913
  2. Filed Apr 24, 2024Failure Jul 28, 2023Pelzer, SCEngine

    So there have already been recalls on some audis for oil consumption. I have a 2011 Audi A4 quattro and it goes through oil like crazy. It's ridiculous I believe it's because of faulty piston rings which led to faulty head gasket witch leads to the spark plugs, and coils.

    NHTSA complaint 11585103
  3. Filed Oct 19, 2023Failure Oct 18, 2023Howell, NJSeat belts

    As of yesterday 10/18/2023, the drivers seat belt would not connect, I forced it to connect, but the dash light indicator remains on. also, difficult to release. I'm concerned that in an accident the air bags won't deploy and worse I may be trapped in the vehicle. My mechanic told me that there were recalls on these Audi's, however I can't find any and the dealer said there is no recall and that they would charge me $200 dollars just to inspect it.

    NHTSA complaint 11550773
  4. Filed Jun 22, 2023Failure Jun 15, 2023Northville, MIElectrical system, Engine, Power train

    Vehicle has horrible oil consumption due to piston rings being defective upon manufacture. Vehicle will have slew of problems, including stopping in the middle of the street, risking the lives of everyone in the car. Audi Dealer knows of the problem with the model from this year (B8) and they refuse to fix.

    NHTSA complaint 11528374
  5. Filed Apr 9, 2021Failure Apr 2, 2021112,000 milesSanger, CAAdaptive cruise control, Fuel/propulsion system, Service brakes

    ON MY CAR WHEN I'M DRIVING ANYWHERE AFTER I PUT MY CRUISE CONTROL ON IF I PRESS UP OR DOWN ON THE CRUISE CONTROL TO CHANGE THE SPEED THE CAR WILL EITHER BRAKE OR SPEED UP AND IT WON'T STOP UNTIL I HIT MY BRAKES HARD AND TURN THE CRUISE CONTROL COMPLETELY OFF WHICH IS ALSO AN ISSUE BECAUSE MY BRAKES ARE GOING OUT EXTREMELY FAST LIKE I NEED A NEW PAIR EVERY 2-3 MONTHS AND THE CAR ALSO BURNS THROUGH OIL SO QUICKLY THAT I NEED TO ADD MORE WITHIN 2-3 DAYS AFTER AN OIL CHANGE WITH NO LEAKS AND IT'S BURNING MORE OIL THAN GAS WHICH IS CLOGGING UP MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER........ AND CAUSING MY EMISSIONS TO BE BAD.....

    NHTSA complaint 11407333
  6. Filed Nov 25, 2020Failure Nov 24, 2020111,000 milesKnoxville, TNEngine

    APPARENTLY AUDI HAD. ARE ALL FOR THIS CAR BECAUSE OF A BAD CYLINDER STATE FORCED AUDI TO DO A RECALL ON THE CAR I JUST PAYED 7K FOR THIS CAR AND THE CYLINDER IS BAD AUDI DOESN'T WANNA HELP ME UNLESS I PAY BUT IT'S AN ISSUE STRAIGHT FROM AUDI WHICH IS NOT FAIR OF AUDI TO DO THAT TO THEIR CUSTOMERS EVEN IF I DIDN'T BUY THE CAR FROM AUDI IT IS STILL A PROBLEM FROM THEIR END EVEN THE GOVERNMENT FORCED THEM TO DO THE RECALL BUT THE TIME FRAME OF THE RECALL IS OVER NOW AND I DON'T KNOW WHAT I CAN DO DO I JUST LOSE 7K DOWN THE DRAIN

    NHTSA complaint 11376314
  7. Filed Jun 24, 2020Failure Jun 2, 202075,000 milesSAN Antonio, TXFuel/propulsion system, Power train

    PURCHASED CAR USED FROM AUDI OF NORTH PARK IN SAN ANTONIO, TX WITH APPROX 73K MILES ON IT. I HAVE DRIVEN IT FOR LESS THAN 2K MILES. THE CAR WILL NO LONGER ENGAGE IN REVERSE. I SEARCHED FORUMS AND SEE THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. *TR

    NHTSA complaint 11330683
  8. Filed Jun 21, 2020Failure Mar 26, 202073,000 milesLewis Center, OHPower train

    VEHICLE HAS 73,000 MILES AND THE TRANSMISSION HAS SEVERE JUDDERING. TRANSMISSION JERKS CONTINUALLY WHILE DRIVING AT ALL SPEEDS, AND MAKES IT UNSAFE TO DRIVE. APPARENTLY A COMMON PROBLEM WITH AUDI'S. FIX IS $6000.00, MAKING CAR WORTHLESS.

    NHTSA complaint 11329870
  9. Filed Mar 31, 2020Failure Nov 20, 2019Columbiana, ALEngine

    THE ENGINE BURNS TOO MUCH OIL FROM THE PISTOLS. I TOOK IT TO THE MECHANIC AND IT DIDN'T HAVE ANY LEAKS OUTSIDE THE ENGINE SO IT THEY TOLD ME IT BURNS THE OIL FROM INSIDE THE ENGINE. AND THEY CANT FIX THE PROBLEM.

    NHTSA complaint 11319791
  10. Filed Mar 15, 2020Failure May 15, 2019125,000 milesMary Esther, FLEngine

    OIL CONSUMPTION REALLY HIGH. BURNING TOO MUCH OIL, CAUSING MY ENGINE TO RUN ON LOW OIL, AND RUINING THE ENGINE.

    NHTSA complaint 11318175
  11. Filed Feb 10, 2020Failure Jan 1, 2020100,000 milesColumbiana, ALEngine, Suspension

    LEAKING OIL 4 CYLINDERS HAD OIL SITTING ON TOP OF PISTONS AND OIL WAS LEAKING DOWN CYLINDERS WALLS PASSES PISTONS RINGS NO GOOD AND DAMAGE ON CYLINDER WALLS

    NHTSA complaint 11308140
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

541 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • TSB_2079732_2 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels.
  • TSB_2075120_3 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information about the general approach for brake vibration concerns.
  • TSB_2074436_3 Aug 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor.
  • TSB_20741717_15 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required for AC compressor replacements regardless of the concern.
  • TSB_2072304_4 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal.
  • TSB_2069904_3 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.
  • TSB_2069078_4 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).
  • TSB_2082846_1 Jul 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides a statement regarding the bottleneck of supply for VW approved oil types VW 504.00 and VW 507.00.
  • TSB_2073282_1 Jul 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is a film/visible rings on the clear glass cover of the headlight when the dipped beam is switched on.
  • TSB_2034863_5 Jul 2, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides infomraiotn when there is a gearbox malfunction message in the instrument clostuer; DTC P0706; vehicles with 0AW gearbox.
  • SM 01-2026 Jul 9, 2026 · Other
    This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
  • TSB_2082323_1 Jun 10, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informaiton when the engine is not running smoothly, misfiring.
  • TSB_2059335_7 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the instrument cluster.
  • TSB_2052680_6 Jun 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Reporting Obligation requires technicains to contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) in cases where the airbag/seatbelt is deployed/not deployed; general accident information; and fire and overheat damage.
  • TSB_2028405_5 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides infomraiton when there is a Gearbox warning light; DTC P060B00 stored in the Transmission Control Module.
  • TSB_2074729_3 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of vehicle in dynamic mode.
  • AOS-26-25 May 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: The ODIS Audi Brand update 2.41.1 is setting a ODS5003E error code when …
  • TSB_2070568_6 Apr 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool
  • TSB_2022032_12 Apr 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides diagnostic information for the vehicle locking system.
  • TSB_2081531_1 Mar 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Reporting obligation requests that technicians contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) when the diagnostic tester refers to this reportin gobligation or to TPI 2033392.
  • TSB_2081405_1 Mar 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informaiotn about various infortainment system complaints.
  • TSB_2024323_13 Mar 17, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.
  • TSB_2024323_12 Mar 2, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.
  • TSB_2023187_8 Mar 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informaiotn regarding squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering.
  • DC_Audi_CF_ Airbag Mar 2, 2026 · Other
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent warning regarding counterfeit replacement airbag inflators that are being installed in used vehicles.
  • TSB_2059335_6 Feb 17, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB provides information when there are noises from the area around the instrument cluster.
  • TSB_2052680_4 Feb 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Reporting Obligation requires technicains to contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) in cases where the airbag/seatbelt is deployed/not deployed; general accident information; and fire and overheat damage.
  • TSB_2021205_10 Feb 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information on VIN Plates, Safety Certification labels, and the ordering procedures.
  • TSB_2080681_1 Jan 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information regarding contact checks for event memories, intermittent.
  • TSB_2080329_1 Jan 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informaiotn when there are noises from the headliner.
  • TSB_2074846_4 Jan 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.
  • TSB_2060750_5 Jan 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information regarding UV leak additive for finding oil leaks.
  • TSB_2056019_5 Jan 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the anti-theft alarm activates for no reason, or does not activate.
  • TSB_2021205_9 Dec 16, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information on VIN Plates, Safety Certification labels, and the ordering procedures.
  • TSB_2018187_18 Dec 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there are speaker rattles, vibrations, or audio interference.
  • TSB_2069904_2 Oct 22, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.
  • TSB_2079732_1 Oct 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when tehre is a paint issue on alloy wheels.
  • TSB_2075120_2 Oct 21, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information regarding the general approach for all Audi vehicles regarding brake vibrations.
  • TSB_2074846_3 Oct 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB provides information regarding rotational and other steerihng wheel vibrations.
  • TSB_2072304_3 Oct 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal.
  • TSB_2069078_3 Oct 21, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).
  • TSB_2056386_11 Oct 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information about the steering wheel alignment.
  • TSB_2047812_8 Oct 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information on how to set up and use the FMC for obtaining vehicle software updates (SD Creator decomissioned).
  • TSB_2073917_2 Oct 3, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information for when there is a fluid sample request from Product Support.
  • TSB_2071264_2 Sep 26, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulleitn provides information whent here are complaints about route guidance with Navigation.
  • TSB_2041717_14 Sep 10, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bujlletin provides information regarding the GFF test plan required for A/C compressor replacements regardless of the concern.
  • TSB_2042920_3 Aug 28, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the tailpipes.
  • TSB_2074436_2 Aug 15, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor.
  • TSB_2070568_5 Aug 19, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool
  • TSB_2060750_4 Aug 1, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulleitn provides information regarding UV Leak additive for finding oil leaks.
  • AOS-25-47 Aug 1, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: The hotfix is to correct the issue: Issue seen: ODS5003E Infrastructure Guided Fault Finding: An internal fatal error …
  • TSB_2070568_4 Jul 10, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool
  • TSB_2027368_7 Jul 31, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB provides information when the Audi advanced key is inoperative; door handle touch sensors.
  • TSB_2010353_6 Jul 25, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB provides informatin when the cigarette lighter element does not eject, or the cigarette lighter is inoperable.
  • TSB_2042920_2 Jun 26, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the exhaust tail pipes.
  • TSB_2056019_4 May 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the anti-theft alarm activates for no reason, or when the anti-theft alarm does not activate.
  • TSB_2077320_2 Apr 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB is a label placement guide as required by CARB for remanufactured parts.
  • TSB_2031473_6 Apr 15, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service information TSB describes a cosmetic issue after using a car wash.
  • TSB_2071893_2 Apr 14, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB provides damage assessment guidelines for textile seat covers.
  • TSB_2077320_1 Mar 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB is a label placement guide as required by CARB for remanufactured parts.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.