2020 Audi A4 Allroad
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 30
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2020
None on file
67% of complaints
Complaints per year
2020: 30 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 87 |
| 2014 | 46 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 31 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
67% · 20 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The MMI (multi-media interface) frequently reboots during driving, resulting in a black screen and the inoperability of key systems such as the backup camera, rear obstacle detection, navigation, and cell phone tethering (for hands-free operation).
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-28
The MMI / Map Display will intermittently restart itself, sometimes as often as 5 minutes apart. Each time it reboots, there is a chance that manual intervention (PIN code entry or login) is required to get it working again.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-28
The SOS a system has again failed in the car. When this happens, the navigation and the emergency contact button doesnât work and the cell phone is no longer paired to the car. The module is currently installed in the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-02-24
Back over prevention
50% · 15 reportsMost commonly citing warnings and rearview system braking.
Forward collision avoidance
7% · 2 reportsMost commonly citing warnings.
Visibility/wiper
3% · 1 reportLane departure
3% · 1 reportMost commonly citing warning.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2022-03-03Suspension, tires22V034000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022.
Buy-smart checklist
2020 Audi A4 Allroad — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 20 reports on file for this year.
- Back over prevention: 15 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V034000 · Suspension, tires
FAQ
- Is the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.