Most common 2013 Audi A4 Allroad problems
Share of the 87 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Audi A4 Allroad complaints by model year
Best A4 Allroad years: 2018, 2016, 2015. Years to avoid: 2013, 2014. Compare all years →
2013 Audi A4 Allroad recalls (4)
Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4.
Electrical system › Wiring
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles. Contact corrosion within the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater may cause the heater wires to overheat or melt.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The Recall began November 27, 2017.
Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge.
Air bags
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Audi A4 and S4 vehicles manufactured February 16, 2012, to October 21, 2014, and 2013-2015 Audi Allroad vehicles manufactured March 12, 2012, to October 21, 2014.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2014. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834.
What 2013 Audi A4 Allroad owners say
Steering all 47 →
Tl* the contact owned a 2013 Audi A4. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the steering wheel failed to center and the traction control warning light illuminated. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle and it spun into a circle. The contact crashed into the guardrail and sideswiped another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained a head injury that did not require medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 26,000.
After two test drives we purchased a used Audi A4 on 2/10/2018. While test driving we didn't notice any issues with steering, but the following day with my family in the car we nearly side swiped a tractor trailer on the i80 ohio turnpike. The straight line steering in this vehicle is completely unpredictable, scary and downright dangerous at any speeds above 20+ MPH. NHTSA issued a vehicle safety recall to replace the auxiliary heater, I guess I don't understand how the auxiliary heater is more dangerous than this steering problem. Steering complaints clearly outnumber other complaints on this website, but search outside of this site and see just how widespread this problem is. Audi is well aware of the issue, a TSB has been issued for software changes and steering rack, neither address the issue, and both are at the customer expense. …
Engine & cooling
The contact owned a 2013 Audi A4 Allroad. The contact stated that while parked and occupied in the vehicle, after starting the vehicle, her friend heard a puff noise coming from under the vehicle. No warning light illuminated however, after starting the vehicle, the electronic power control illuminated. In addition, the contact's friend lifted the hood of the vehicle, and he noticed smoke and flames coming from the engine. No injuries were sustained. No medical attention was required. The fire was extinguished by the contact and her friend. A fire department arrived at the scene however the fire was already extinguished upon their arrival. The fire report was unknown. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to Accu-Tech Auto Body. The vehicle engine was destroyed. The vehicle was deemed a total loss by her insurance company. …
Oil consumption issue, there is a class action lawsuit on 2.0 Audi's engine that cover 2009 to 2011, mine is a 2013 with same issue though. So obviously issue has not been resolved in further production. I am consuming 1.66 quarts in 600 miles which has been documented by my local Audi dealer. I was told call Audi USA customer support to start claim. I did and was told they understand that my car has an issue but since it did not fall in the years of class action lawsuit they would not be able to assist in any matter. Now I have done my homework and have found Audi does make exceptions but will do nothing in my case. Unfortunately I can not upload documents from Audi because it has all my information and vehicle identity. But I can say my Audi case number is [redacted]. …
Electrical system
Purchase a Audi A4 2013 in February of 2019. Steering wheel is an ongoing issue with Audi electric power steering rack and needing it to be replaced. Its dangerous to drive because turning takes strength and a handful of effort. It is extremely dangerous to drive to the point where I dont want to risk my life driving the car. After researching the "electric power steering rack" issue multiple people have it. Searching youtube, and google multiple owners have the issue and as a result some dont drive or have to spend an enormous amount of money to get it fixed. It is an issue for multiple models the stiffness of the steering wheel is severe. Nearly crashed multiple times due to the stiffness and had to revert back to my older car. …
Electric cooling pump defect that bled onto the power steering rack rendering the car inoperable - light came on and said do not drive defective steering. $3770 to replace both the rack and pinion and the cooling system. This was done in May. No refund has come through after several attempts. Recall says remedy not available yet - I need the money now.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Audi A4 Allroad a good car?
Based on 87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 A4 Allroad rates avoid: 2.8× as many complaints as a typical year of the A4 Allroad at the same age. It is one of the A4 Allroad years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Audi A4 Allroad?
The steering — 47 complaints, 54% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (15) and electrical system (9).
How many recalls does the 2013 Audi A4 Allroad have?
There are 4 recalls for the 2013 Audi A4 Allroad, the most recent from April 11, 2018 (cooling system). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Audi A4 Allroad?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018, 2016 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2013 and 2014. See the full Audi A4 Allroad years comparison.
At what mileage do 2013 Audi A4 Allroad problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 48,000 miles; 53% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.