AUDI Complaints

View complaints related to AUDI. The complaints found here are submitted by actual consumers with first hand experience. You can submit your own complaint to the NHTSA or call the Hotline, Monday-Friday 8am to 8pm at (888) 327-4236, TTY: (800) 424-9153.

  • 2021 AUDI Q5
    - Sunnyvale, CA

    The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q5. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, she noticed that after driving several miles, the fuel gauge displayed that the vehicle was full. The contact then stated that the fuel gauge remained on full although her fuel tank was close to empty. No warning light was illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there was a pending recall and to contact the NHTSA Hotline. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure; however, the contact stated that there was a four-hour hold. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000.

    Source: HOTLINE VEHICLE OWNERS QUESTIONNAIRE
  • 1999 AUDI A8
    - San Francisco , CA

    After water damage to the bottom level of the seat an electrical fire started. It burned through and melted the plastic facing on the right side of the seat near the seat adjustment mechanism releasing toxic fumes we have so far been unable to abate. The manufacturer has been unresponsive in addressing this hazard. The damage is available for inspection. The toxic fumes are a health hazard as was the fire. The dealer inspected the damage and refused to repair it. The Bureau of Auto Repairs in California also inspected the damage. There were no warning lights activated.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2003 AUDI A4
    - Winnsboro, TX

    Radio intermediate goes out hitting bumps speedometer stopped working the number ninth digit is not pulling up when I search vehicle information Replaced engine vehicle only had 20,000 miles

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2020 AUDI A8
    - NEW YORK, NY

    Start system malfunction causes the car to randomly lose ALL power and roll back when at a stopped, causing the car to be disabled and unable to start again. Faults indicate a failure of the 48V belt driven starter generator. Parts to repair defect are severely back ordered, taking months to obtain.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2017 AUDI Q7
    - Chicago , IL

    The water pump was leaking while I was on the highway and smoke came out from the engine blocking my view. Had to make an emergency maneuver and pull over immediately.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2018 AUDI Q3
    - Surprise, AZ

    The steering wheel started to make a weird noise while turning the airbag light then came on the steering wheel buttons stopped working. Took the car to dealer and the clock spring was defective non working. This is a safety issue I paid 821.57 to fix this issue out of pocket. My car only has 50 k in mileage and the airbag would have not deployed if I was in an accident. This sounds like a safety issue needing a recall for this vehicle

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2020 AUDI A4
    - Chicago, IL

    Emergency Call SOS module function is inoperative. Cannot use the SOS function and hands-free cell phone use through Bluetooth is also inoperative. Went to dealer on 8/31/22 for repair/replacement of module as instructed in Audi Service Action 90T2. I was told the repair is covered by the vehicle warranty. Part is still back-ordered (as of 11/25.2022) and no one can tell me when, or if, it will be available. No ETA as of today. In the meantime I am driving an unsafe vehicle, with no SOS call function, and no hands-free cell phone feature available.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2017 AUDI Q5
    - Castle Pines, CO

    I was driving on the highway with no vehicles or overhead obstruction when the sunroof shattered.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2012 AUDI Q5
    - Lawrenceville , GA

    The vehicle Q5 takes about 2 Quarts of oil every 400-500 miles. There are no oil leaks . It’s at 117,000 miles. Don’t know what to do . Vehicle runs great but the oil sign comes on every 500 miles

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2019 AUDI A6
    - Roswell, NM

    Received an electrical system malfunction on display. Took to dealer for diagnostics. Was told the starter/generator needed to be replaced and was going to cost $4000 but parts were on back order with no eta. It’s been 3 weeks with still no part and no loaner car available. This is ridiculous. This is a new car.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE