MYRModel Year Report

2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet

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2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:34.439Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
22

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2009

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2006: 3 complaints 2006 2007: 23 complaints 2007 2008: 16 complaints 2008 2009: 22 complaints 2009 22
2006: 3 complaints 2006 2007: 23 complaints 2007 2008: 16 complaints 2008 2009: 22 complaints 2009 22
2006: 3 complaints 2006 2007: 23 complaints 2007 2008: 16 complaints 2008 2009: 22 complaints 2009 22

2009: 22 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20063
200723
200816
200922

Known problem areas

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

18 of 22 total reports mention: air bags.

Show complaint excerpts

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, 2018-12-19

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, 2018-02-21

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, 2018-01-16

Fuel/propulsion system

2 of 22 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 22 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing emission control.

Show complaint excerpts

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, 2016-06-02

Also filed under Fuel system, gasoline

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 22 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

Engine

1 of 22 total reports mentions: engine.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2017-03-10Air bags16V079000 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.

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    2018-02-23Air bags18V082000 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.

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    2018-06-29Air bags18V427000 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.

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    2018-06-29Air bags18V004000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 18 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 16V079000 · Air bags
  • Recall 18V082000 · Air bags
  • Recall 18V427000 · Air bags
  • Recall 18V004000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.