1 recall and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Audi A4 Allroad.
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recalls
2
owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
NHTSA campaign 22V034000 · reported January 26, 2022 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 31,058 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
The risk
Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Forward collision avoidance1
Power train1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Oct 20, 2026 · Power train
A few minutes into the drive the transmission oil is too hot warning light came on and the car went into a 'limp' mode, car could only be driven less than 10mph. If this occurred while making a turn or in the highway it could have been disastrous or even fatal. We took it to the dealer and by then the engine light was…
Aug 12, 2024 · Forward collision avoidance
On several occasions while vehicle was stationary at a stoplight or moving very slowly the emergency braking system deployed, with seat belt tensioner activated and brakes applied with characteristic thunk sound. I could discern no threat at the time, but other cars were nearby. Recently, though, while in the middle…
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Audi A4 Allroad, the most recent reported on January 26, 2022 (Tires, Suspension: rear, axle, non-powered axle assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Audi A4 Allroad?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is forward collision avoidance (1 complaints), followed by power train (1).
How many 2021 Audi A4 Allroad complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 2 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 20, 2026.