2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet
Only 22 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 3 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 22 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 22 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
18 of 22 total reports mention: air bags.
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TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE CONTACTED CLASSIC AUDI DEALER IN EASTCHESTER, NY SEVERAL TIMES BY PHONE, EMAIL, AND CHAT. THEY HAVE BEEN UNRESPONSIVE. TO DATE I HAVE NOT BEEN OFFERED AN APPOINTMENT TO REPLACE BOTH AIRBAGS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181219
TAKATA RECALL - I HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED THEY NEED TO REPLACE MY 'PASSENGER SIDE' AIRBAG (DRIVER SIDE WAS REPLACED ALREADY), BUT THE PARTS HAVE NOT BEEN AVAILABLE FOR ABOUT 1 YEAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180221
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 AUDI A4 CABRIOLET. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V032000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180116
2 of 22 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
1 of 22 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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2009 AUDI A4 CABRIOLET. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT INDICATES CONSUMER HAD TO REPLACE FAULTY RELAYS, EVAP PURGE VALVE, LEAK DETECTION PUMP, HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP TAPPET, VALVE COVER GASKET AND PCV VALVE ASSEMBLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160602
1 of 22 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
1 of 22 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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2009 AUDI A4 CABRIOLET. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT INDICATES CONSUMER HAD TO REPLACE FAULTY RELAYS, EVAP PURGE VALVE, LEAK DETECTION PUMP, HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP TAPPET, VALVE COVER GASKET AND PCV VALVE ASSEMBLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160602
SAFETY TIMELINE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2006 Volkswagen Passat sedans and wagons, 2005-2013 Audi A3, and 2006-2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet vehicles.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
Campaign 16V079000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2013 Audi A3, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2009-2012 Q5, and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Campaign 18V082000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag with an alternate remedy part, free of charge. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Campaign 18V427000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Audi mailed an interim owner notification March 02, 2018.
Campaign 18V004000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V079000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V082000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V427000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V004000 (air bags) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 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 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 82% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.