2014 Audi A4: common problems and reliability

Is 2014 a good year for the A4?

Across the 23 A4 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 8 (2019) to 673 (2007). With 75 complaints, the 2014 A4 sits belowthe model's median of 109.

These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.

Where owners report problems

What owners report on the 2015-2025 A4

Owners of the 2015-2025 Audi A4 express a deeply divided sentiment. Many praise the car as fun to drive, comfortable, and reliable when properly maintained, with several reporting trouble-free ownership up to 110,000 miles or more. However, a significant numbe

• Catastrophic engine failure requiring full engine replacement: Frequency: recurrent. Multiple owners report the engine "offing itself" around 100,000-110,000 miles, with one needing a new engine and another reporting an exhaust valve failure.
• Excessive oil consumption (1 quart per 500 miles or per week): Frequency: very frequent. Many owners report burning oil rapidly, with one spending $3,500 on camshaft replacement with only partial improvement.
• Timing chain tensioner failure: Frequency: recurrent. Owners mention timing chain replacement as a common high-mileage necessity, with one reporting failure at 180,000 km.
• Turbo failure: Frequency: recurrent. Multiple owners report turbocharger failure, with one quoting $800 labor for replacement.
• Water pump and thermostat failure: Frequency: recurrent. Listed as a proactive replacement item around 120,000-160,000 km.

Owner insights for the 2015-2025 A4. Read the full 2015-2025 owner report.

Typical used price

Used A4 listings typically run $10,061–$18,889 across 2006 to 2024 model years.

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