2001 Audi A4 vs 2003 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 | 2001 Audi A4 | 2003 Audi A4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 131 | 210 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 105 | 163 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,041 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A4 | Audi A4 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 35 | 32 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 31 | 17 |
| Power Train | 5 | 43 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 41 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 28 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 23 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 28 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 10 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2001 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.