2013 Audi A4
Only 24 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 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2013: 24 complaints
View as data table
| 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 | 32 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 57 |
| 2018 | 45 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 128 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
10 of 24 total reports mention: steering.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Audi A4. While driving 25 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to turn left. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact parked the vehicle on the side of the road for ten minutes.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-11-05
Engine
6 of 24 total reports mention: engine.
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Component that failed is a/an electric coolant pump for turbo. Yes, it is available for inspection. Safety was compromised due to increased risk of fire. Yes, the issue has been confirmed by Audi Service Department.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-09-28
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 24 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Electrical system
2 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system.
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After run collant pump caught fire and damaged the engine wiring harness. I reported it to progressive insurance and they came and inspected it at a body shop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-03-25
Seat belts
1 of 24 total reports mentions: seat belts.
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Two of my four kids were in the rear seat. My 7 year old panicked because her seatbelt came unbuckled and she couldnât get it back. My initial reaction was to hit the breaks and slow down.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-09-30
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2013 Audi A4 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2013 Audi A4 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 2013 Audi A4?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 Audi A4 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.