2007 Audi A4
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 89 |
| 1997 | 98 |
| 1998 | 258 |
| 1999 | 190 |
| 2000 | 96 |
| 2001 | 131 |
| 2002 | 181 |
| 2003 | 210 |
| 2004 | 189 |
| 2005 | 219 |
| 2006 | 295 |
| 2007 | 196 |
| 2008 | 175 |
| 2009 | 120 |
| 2010 | 64 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 54 |
| 2018 | 44 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 124 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
60% of complaints: air bags — 118 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
AIR BAGS DID NOT WORK IN A ACCIDENT IN 2010. SPEED WAS APPROXIMATELY 25 MPG. ACCIDENT INVOLVED THE RIGHT SIDE FRONT PANEL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE DID NOT STOP AT A FOUR WAY STOP. RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE BY AUDI MARCH 2017.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171111
THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLE WAS IN AN ACCIDENT WITH EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. THE AIRBAG ON THE DRIVER SIDE DIDN'T DEPLOY, WHICH CAUSED MAJOR INJURIES TO THE FOREHEAD AND OTHER BODY PARTS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140318
PURCHASED CAR FROM ELK GROVE AUDI AS A CERTIFIED USED VEHICLE. THE SEAT BROKE AND NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT WITH ONE TRUCK IN FRONT OF ME ALSO STOPPED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120304
9% of complaints: engine — 17 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: power train — 9 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: electrical system — 9 distinct reports on file.
Show complaint excerpts
The moonroof was very poorly designed/built. It clogs very easily and forces rain into the battery area. Other than that, it goes into the footwells and the comfort control module is beneath the drivers footwell. Soaking in water destroyed it.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231002
4% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 8 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834.
Campaign 16V382000 — 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. The recall began March 30, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Campaign 17V032000 — 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
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Audi A4 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (118 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V382000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V032000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V427000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2007 Audi A4 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Audi A4 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Audi A4?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Audi A4 have?
3 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.