2002 Audi Allroad
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
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2002
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2002: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 3 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 4 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2020 | 0 |
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.
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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.
Power train
1 of 8 total reports mentions: power train.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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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…
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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.
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2008-01-31Preliminary evaluationClosed 2008-05-30 Fuel tank leak
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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.