2002 Audi Allroad

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2002 Audi Allroad
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:50:46.181Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
8

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2002

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1998: 1 complaint 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2001: 17 complaints 2002: 8 complaints 2002 8 2003: 14 complaints 2004: 15 complaints 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2013: 13 complaints 2014: 6 complaints 2014 2015: 4 complaints 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaint 2020: 0 complaints 2020
1998: 1 complaint 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2001: 17 complaints 2001 2002: 8 complaints 2002 8 2003: 14 complaints 2003 2004: 15 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2013: 13 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2014 2015: 4 complaints 2015 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaint 2018 2020: 0 complaints 2020
1998: 1 complaint 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2001: 17 complaints 2001 2002: 8 complaints 2002 8 2003: 14 complaints 2003 2004: 15 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2013: 13 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2014 2015: 4 complaints 2015 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaint 2018 2020: 0 complaints 2020

2002: 8 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19981
19992
200117
20028
200314
200415
20053
201313
20146
20154
20172
20181
20200

Known problem areas

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Structure

4 of 8 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.

Show complaint excerpts

Rainwater leaked into the vehicle, collecting in the passenger footwell, shorting out several electrical components.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-10-26

Electrical system

3 of 8 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

I was driving my car and felt my back in pain/burning. The heated seat element had caught the seat back on fire and burned a hole through the seat and burned my skin.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-11-17

Also filed under Seats

Rainwater leaked into the vehicle, collecting in the passenger footwell, shorting out several electrical components.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-13

Also filed under Power train

Suspension

1 of 8 total reports mentions: suspension.

Seats

1 of 8 total reports mentions: seats.

FIREINJURY

Power train

1 of 8 total reports mentions: power train.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2004-07-26Electrical system04V133000 On certain passenger vehicles, if a driver's knees push against the knee bolster (Crash element) located under the dashboard, it can contact the headlight switch wiring harness, and an electrical…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a protective covering on the knee bolster (Crash element). In addition, the wiring harness as well as the felt protector on the left side of the dashboard carrier will be…

  2. R
    2006-12-16Electrical system06V198000 On certain passenger vehicles equipped with halogen low beam headlights, certain connector pins in the headlight switch connector come into contact with each other causing a short circuit. Note…

    Remedy: Dealers will reroute the wiring harness by installing a jumper wiring harness. The recall began on December 16, 2006. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.

  3. I
    2008-01-31Preliminary evaluationClosed 2008-05-30 Fuel tank leak
  4. R
    2008-06-27Fuel system, gasoline08V157000 Volkswagen is recalling 68,240 my 2001-2004 Audi A6 quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7L, 2.8L, or 3.0L engines and my 2001-2005 Allroad quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7L or 4.2L engines. The…

    Remedy: Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. The recall began on June 27, 2008. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.

Buy-smart checklist

2002 Audi Allroad — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V133000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 06V198000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 08V157000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 2002 Audi 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 2002 Audi Allroad?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Audi Allroad have?
3 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.