1997 Audi A4 vs 1999 Audi A4
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Audi A4 | 1999 Audi A4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 98 | 190 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 73 |
| Investigations | 4 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 92,457 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A4 | Audi A4 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 81 |
| Electrical System | 33 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 28 |
| Suspension | 19 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 16 |
| Steering | 4 | 15 |
| Power Train | 5 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 6 |
1997 Audi A4
1999 Audi A4
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.