KnownCarProblems2017 Audi A4 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 56 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Audi A4, most often about the engine (43% of complaints, typically around 28,000 miles). It is 13th of 26 A4 model years by number of complaints and has 1 recall.
Most common 2017 Audi A4 problems
Engine
24 complaints · 43%Half of these problems showed up before 28,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2017 Audi A4. The contact stated that her vehicle was leaking oil. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to steven creek Audi (751 south winchester blvd, san jose, ca 95128, ([phone]) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed there was an engine oil leak leading to the turbo…
My vehicle is leaking coolant. Every 8-10k miles it goes below normal level in reservoir . There is a distinct odor of coolant each time I get out of the vehicle. I have had Audi look at it 5 times. They confirm the coolant levels are low and they refill it saying they can't find a leak. I am concern that this is a…
Air bags
13 complaints · 23%Faulty Audi A4 pods sensor despite previously replacing recalled connector. Passenger airbag deactivates and causes frequent dash alarms. Replacement / repair not covered under manufacturer or extended warranties. Quoted repair by Audi dealership $1700 out-of-pocket for an obviously faulty component that seems to be…
I recently purchased my Audi A4 and immediately have had electrical issues. Just recently the back window will randomly roll down and last night when I started my car the safety system light and message came on. It stated see owners manual. I began to drive and the light turned off. As I drove it began to blink on and…
Other or unspecified
10 complaints · 18%Rear window on driver's side of vehicle lowers itself 6-inches after vehicle has been parked and locked with fob remote. Has occurred at least once a month since ownership. No dealerships have been able to replicate the issue.
There is a recall on some Audi for the trim on the bang & olufsen speakers. Mine are coming off as well and are very sharp and can injure/cut you very easily.
Electrical
6 complaints · 11%Rear window on driver's side of vehicle lowers itself 6-inches after vehicle has been parked and locked with fob remote. Has occurred at least once a month since ownership. No dealerships have been able to replicate the issue.
The contact owns a 2017 Audi A4. The contact stated that the AC began to blow hot air. The dashboard was removed to replace the sensor used for releasing cold air. Then while driving approximately 65 MPH, the transmission warning system activated and informed the contact that they would have to use the paddles to…
Fuel system
6 complaints · 11%My vehicle is leaking coolant. Every 8-10k miles it goes below normal level in reservoir . There is a distinct odor of coolant each time I get out of the vehicle. I have had Audi look at it 5 times. They confirm the coolant levels are low and they refill it saying they can't find a leak. I am concern that this is a…
Transmission
4 complaints · 7%The contact owns a 2017 Audi A4. The contact stated that the AC began to blow hot air. The dashboard was removed to replace the sensor used for releasing cold air. Then while driving approximately 65 MPH, the transmission warning system activated and informed the contact that they would have to use the paddles to…
Seats
3 complaints · 5%Steering
3 complaints · 5%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2017 Audi A4 recalls
Air bags: front passenger
Risk: A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the connecting cable and either the heating mat or entire seat cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 7, 2022. Owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 74e3. This recall is an expansion of recall 19v-547 (74d9). Vehicles previously repaired under 19v-547 will need to return for the new remedy.
Full defect summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2017-2020 a4 allroad, a4 sedan, 2018-2019 rs5 coupe, 2019 rs5 sportback, 2018-2020 a5 cabriolet, a5 coupe, a5 sportback, s4 sedan, s5 cabriolet, s5 coupe, and audi s5 sportback vehicles. The cable connecting the seat heater to the passenger occupant detection system (pods) may have a contact fault, causing the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2017 Audi A4
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Audi A4?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (24 complaints, typically around 28,000 miles); air bags (13 complaints); other or unspecified (10 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2017 Audi A4 have?
- 1 recall listed by NHTSA, the latest from November 10, 2021 (air bags). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2017 a bad year for the Audi A4?
- It is 13th of 26 A4 model years by number of complaints, with 56 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.