2004 Audi Allroad problems
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Common 2004 Audi Allroad problems
The 2004 Audi Allroad is known for several common problems based on complaints from owners. One of the most reported issues is coolant leaks, particularly from the engine.
Another problem reported by owners is related to the ignition coils, which caused trouble for many years until Audi acknowledged and addressed the issue.
The engine, particularly the camshaft, has also been a source of concern for 2004 Audi Allroad owners. Some engines have experienced camshaft wear, which can lead to engine failure if not addressed promptly.
The suspension system is another area where problems have been reported, with many owners experiencing issues that can be expensive and time-consuming to fix.
In summary, the 2004 Audi Allroad has several common problems, including coolant leaks, torque converter failure, ignition coil issues, air suspension problems, camshaft wear, and oil retention valve rattling. While these issues can be expensive to fix, the car is generally considered reliable, and many owners report that it is a pleasure to drive.
Which Audi allroads to avoid?
Quick Answer - Avoid Audi Allroad Year Models 2003, 2013, and 2015. There have been many iterations of the Audi Allroad, but we will talk about the 2001-2016 versions of the vehicle. We recommend staying away from the 2003, 2013, and 2015 models for the best results.
What is the problem with the Audi A4 Allroad?
Audi A4 Allroad reliability
Electrical issues were cited as the most likely problem and while the A4 scored well for its interior, infotainment, comfort and engines, low scores for running costs suggest owners struggle to achieve the official consumption figures and face high maintenance costs.
How many miles will an Audi allroad last?
Audis can typically go up to 200,000 miles or 20 years without major repairs when they're properly maintained. They're fairly reliable cars, and Consumer Reports ranks them within the top 10 new car brands when it comes to reliability.
Is the Audi allroad rare?
They are relatively rare, unlike ubiquitous SUVs. In addition, they're typically more rewarding to drive and more efficient than an SUV while providing similar utility and the foul-weather traction of all-wheel drive. The Audi A6 Allroad looks terrific, is very comfortable, and is mostly enjoyable to drive.
Which Audi allroads to avoid?
Quick Answer - Avoid Audi Allroad Year Models 2003, 2013, and 2015. There have been many iterations of the Audi Allroad, but we will talk about the 2001-2016 versions of the vehicle. We recommend staying away from the 2003, 2013, and 2015 models for the best results.
What is the problem with the Audi A4 allroad?
Audi A4 Allroad reliability
Electrical issues were cited as the most likely problem and while the A4 scored well for its interior, infotainment, comfort and engines, low scores for running costs suggest owners struggle to achieve the official consumption figures and face high maintenance costs.
How many miles will an Audi allroad last?
Audis can typically go up to 200,000 miles or 20 years without major repairs when they're properly maintained. They're fairly reliable cars, and Consumer Reports ranks them within the top 10 new car brands when it comes to reliability.
Is Audi A6 Allroad a good car?
Is the Audi A6 Allroad a good car? If you like the idea of a practical family car with a helpful dose of go-anywhere ability but don't fancy an SUV, the Audi A6 Allroad could be your ideal car. At a glance, the Audi A6 Allroad looks like an A6 Avant that's swapped its trainers for a pair of hiking boots.
2004 Audi Allroad car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Audi Allroad problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Visibility problems
- Engine problems
- Suspension problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2004 Audi Allroad vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2004 Audi Allroad complaints
The NHTSA has received 15 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2004 Audi Allroad.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-14
- VIN: WAIYL64B54N
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING MY ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, AND I SMELLED GAS. I BROUGHT THE CAR TO A SHOP TO HAVE IT REPAIRED. THERE IS A GAS LEAK FROM ROLLOVER VALVE ON THE GAS TANK. WAS RECALLED IN 2009, REPAIRED BY THE DEALER. I HAVE JUST BOUGHT THE CAR USED AND FOUND THAT THE SAME PROBLEM IS OCCURRING AGAIN. WITH SOME RESEARCH I FOUND OUT THAT THE DEALER FIXED THE PROBLEM WITH EPOXY.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-23
- Fire: 1
- VIN: WA1YD64BX4N
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI ALLROAD. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, BURNING FUMES EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT A FIRE ERUPTED NEAR THE TURN SIGNALS AND THE STEERING COLUMN AREA. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FLAMES WITH WATER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP AND LATER TO A DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 08V157000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE), 06V198000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), AND 04V133000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED NO REMEDY. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 162,000.
VISIBILITY,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-09-11
- VIN: WA1YD64B64N
- Components: VISIBILITY,STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE THE MOON ROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED! IT WAS NOT HIT BY ANYTHING, IT JUST EXPLODED. I HAVE DONE A LITTLE RESEARCH AND HAVE FOUND THAT AUDI HAS HAD A PROBLEM IN THE PAST WITH FAULTY GLASS CAUSING THEIR MOON ROOFS TO EXPLODE AND HAD TO ISSUED A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM. I CONTACTED AUDI AND REQUESTED THEM TO REPLACE MY MOON ROOF. THEY GAVE ME THE RUN AROUND AND THEN UNFORTUNATELY, DECIDED THAT THEY ARE UNWILLING TO ASSIST ME WITH THE REPLACEMENT OF MY OWN MOON ROOF BECAUSE IT WAS NOT ONE OF THE MODELS RECALLED AND MY CAR IS OVER 10 YEARS OLD SO IT IS OUT OF WARRANTY. THANK GOD MY CHILDREN WERE NOT IN THE CAR TO BE INJURED BY EXPLODING GLASS AND THANK GOD IT WAS 5:00 IN THE MORNING SO THERE WAS NO TRAFFIC AROUND FOR THE EXPLOSION TO HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT! AUDI HAS TREATED THIS LIKE IT'S NOT BIG DEAL, SOMETHING THAT SHOULD BE EXPECTED TO HAPPEN AFTER OWNING ONE OF THEIR CARS FOR 10 YEARS, AND THAT IT IS MY PROBLEM FOR HAVING AN "OLD" CAR. SHAME ON AUDI FOR NOT TAKING RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS! *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-09
- Crash: 1
- VIN: WA1YL64B64N
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: ON AUG. 09 2014 COMMING TO A STOP I APPLIED THE BRAKES. ALL OF A SUUDEN THE ENGINE STARTED TO ACCELERATE UNCONTROLABLE TRYING TO MOVE THE CAR FORWARD. I PRESSED THE BRAKES AS HARD AS I COULD AND I STOPED THE CAR AFTER I HIT THE CAR IN FRONT WHEN I WAS ABLE TO TURN THE IGNITION KEY OFF. THIS SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION MALFUNCTION ALSO HAPPENED ON JAN. 29, 2006 AND JAN. 30, 2011, ALSO REPORTED TO NHTSA AT THOSE TIMES. IT IS A LIFE SAFETY ISSUE AND SHOULD BE ADDRESSED A.S.A.P. THE MANUFACTURER REFUSE TO TAKE ANY ACTION. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-09
- Crash: 1
- VIN: WA1YL64B64N
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI ALLROAD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES FAILED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES, BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT STOP. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE CONTACT TO REAR END ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS WAITING ON THE RESULTS OF THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST FROM THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10,848. UPDATED 09/15/14*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE FAILURE IS UNINTENDED ACCELERATION NOT BRAKE FAILURE. MANUFACTURER REFUSED ASSISTANCE. UPDATED 1/16/15 *JS
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-11-12
- Fire: 1
- VIN: WA1YD64B44N
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: TL * THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI ALLROAD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, A FIRE ERUPTED IN THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE HEATED SEATS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER WHERE THE REPAIRS WERE UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 102,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 108,000.
SUSPENSION,TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-04-13
- VIN: WA1YD64B14N
- Components: SUSPENSION,TIRES
- Summary: THE SUSPENSION IN FRONT TIRES KEEP GOING OUT. AND WHEN I DID THE RESEARCH AS TO HOW TO FIX THIS PROBLEM ON AN AUDI IT STATED THAT THEY ARE FAMILIAR WITH THE PROBLEM AND ARE OF THIS PROBLEM BUT SEE ANY REASON AS TO WHY THEY SHOULD FIX IT. EVEN THOUGH THE PROBLEM EXISTED WHEN THE CAR REACHED A CERTAIN PART. *JS
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-01-30
- VIN: WA1YL64B64N
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION , COMING TO A STOP SIGN, APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE ENGINE STARTED TO ACCELERATE UNCONTROLLED. I WAS ABLE TO STOP IT AFTER I PUSHED THE CAR IN FRONT. I SHIFTED IN PARK, THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE AT HIGHER RATE WHEN I WAS ABLE TO TURN THE KEY OFF. *LN
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-01-30
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: WA1YL64B64N
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI ALLROAD 4.2(NA). WHILE COMING TO A STOP AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO MOVE FORWARD. THE RPMS INCREASED RAPIDLY AND THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. ONE PERSON WAS INJURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT PLANNED TO WRITE THE MANUFACTURER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 27,745. UPDATED 03/15/11*LJ UPDATED 12/30/11 *CN
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-03-27
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI QUATTRO 4 (N/A) THE CONTACT STATED THAT VEHICLE GAS PEDAL STICKS. THE FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS ABOUT 3 YEARS AGO. THE CONTACT WAS ENTERING HIGHWAY GOING ABOUT 60 MPH ON A DRY DAY , HE TOOK HIS FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR AND THE VEHICLE JUST "TOOK OFF". HE MANAGED TO GET THE VEHICLE STOPPED. THE PROBLEM HAS REOCCURED ON AND OFF SINCE THEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER AND THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS THE FLOOR MATS. THE MATS WERE RE-ADJUSTED AND THE PROBLEM CONTINUED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER AND WAS STILL AT THE DEALER AT THE TIME OF THE COMPLAINT. AUDI HAS CALLED IN AN EXPERT TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 46,000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS APPROXIMATELY 110,000. THE VIN UNKNOWN.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-02-15
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: SUBJECT: PIRELLI P6 FOUR SEASONS PASSENGER/PERFORMANCE TIRE. I HAVE NEVER, UNTIL I PURCHASED AN AUDI A4 EQUIPPED WITH THE AFOREMENTIONED TIRE, HAD TIRES THAT SUDDENLY DEFLATE, DEVELOP BULGES IN THE SIDEWALL AND FAIL UNEXPECTEDLY AT THE SLIGHTEST BUMP IN THE ROAD. I HAVE REPLACED ALL OF MY TIRES. AND HAVE NOW STARTED REPLACING THE REPLACEMENTS. MANY OF THEM WERE REPLACED WITH LESS THAN 5000 MILES. THE CAR IS DEALER MAINTAINED AT THE RECOMMENDED INTERVALS. THIS IS A DANGEROUS AND FRUSTRATING EXPERIENCE. IS THERE ANYWAY TO HAVE THESE TIRES RECALLED, OR TO INITIATE A CLASS ACTION SUIT AGAINST THIS MANUFACTURER? THERE ARE MANY, MANY SIMILAR COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS TIRE ON YOUR WEBSITE. HOW MANY FATAL ACCIDENTS MUST OCCUR BEFORE ACTION IS TAKEN? I HAD 2 TIRE FAILURES TODAY BECAUSE OF RUTS IN THE ROAD CAUSED BY SNOW AND ICE. *NM
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-06-21
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: WA1YD64B84N
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT APPROX. 45-50 MILES PER HOUR, THE SUNROOF OF OUR AUDI QUATTRO ALLROAD EXPLODED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR IMPACTS, DINGS, CHIPS, CRACKS ETC IN THE SUNROOF. IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO EXPLOSION THERE WAS A HOLLOW-SOUNDING POP. THE DRIVER WAS SHOWERED WITH GLASS WHICH HAD TO BE REMOVED FROM ARM, NECK AND HAIR. INCIDENT OCCURRED IN ALTITUDE AT TEMP. AT OR ABOVE 100 DEGREE. *NM
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-01-29
- VIN: WA1YL64B64N
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PUT THE VEHICLE INTO GEAR WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE ENGINE REVVED HIGH. THE VEHICLE FELT AS THOUGH IT MAY LURCH FORWARD, BUT DID NOT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM AND NO REPAIRS WERE MADE. UPDATED 3/3/2006 - *NM
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-02-25
- VIN: WA1YD64B04N
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE SO VIOLENTLY THAT IT SHOOK THE COFFEE OUT OF THE HOLDER WHILE TRAVELING AT 70 MPH. CONSUMER STOPPED TO HAVE A MECHANIC CHECK THE VEHICLE , AND IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT WHEEL CONTAINED ICE WITHIN, AND THIS CAUSED FAULTY VEHICLE ALIGNMENT. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO CAR WASH AND THE PROBLEM WENT AWAY. THEN , THE PROBLEM CAME BACK. CONSUMER SPRAYED THE WHEEL WITH HOT WATER AND THE PROBLEM DISAPPEARED. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, WHO ADMITTED THAT PROBLEM DID EXIST. HOWEVER, NO HELP WAS OFFERED.*AK *NM
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-03-02
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE AIR BAG SENSOR LIGHT CONTINUES TO STAY ON. CONSUMER IS CONCERNED IF INVOLVED IN A COLLISION THE AIR BAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY.*AK
2004 Audi Allroad recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2004 Audi Allroad.
- Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Summary: VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 68,240 MY 2001-2004 AUDI A6 QUATTRO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7L, 2.8L, OR 3.0L ENGINES AND MY 2001-2005 ALLROAD QUATTRO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7L OR 4.2L ENGINES. THE AGING OF THE PLASTIC MATERIAL IN THE FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE COMBINED WITH BENDING STRESS FROM THE ALUMINUM VENTILATION LINE TO THE ROLLOVER VALVE NIPPLE MAY LEAD TO CRACKING OF THE NIPPLE. IF THIS HAPPENS, A FUEL LEAK MAY RESULT.
- Consequence: A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REINFORCE THE NIPPLE ON THE ROLLOVER VALVE TO PREVENT LEAKAGE OR REPAIR THE CRACKING AT THE NIPPLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 27, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
- Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HALOGEN LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS, CERTAIN CONNECTOR PINS IN THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH CONNECTOR COME INTO CONTACT WITH EACH OTHER CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT. NOTE: VEHICLES WITH XENON LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE NOT AFFECTED BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT IN THESE VEHICLES CONTAINS A FUSE, WHICH PRECLUDES EXCESSIVE CURRENT FLOW IN THE CASE OF A SHORT CIRCUIT. AUDI S6 AND S6 AVANT VEHICLES ARE ALL EQUIPPED WITH XENON LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS AND, THEREFORE, ARE NOT LONGER AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO OVERHEATING OR FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REROUTE THE WIRING HARNESS BY INSTALLING A JUMPER WIRING HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
- Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, IF A DRIVER'S KNEES PUSH AGAINST THE KNEE BOLSTER (CRASH ELEMENT) LOCATED UNDER THE DASHBOARD, IT CAN CONTACT THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WIRING HARNESS, AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR.
- Consequence: A FIRE COULD ORIGINATE IN THE LEFT DASHBOARD AREA.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVERING ON THE KNEE BOLSTER (CRASH ELEMENT). IN ADDITION, THE WIRING HARNESS AS WELL AS THE FELT PROTECTOR ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DASHBOARD CARRIER WILL BE CHECKED, AND REPLACED IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 26, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
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