2022 Audi A4 Problems & Complaints

Better than average68% fewer complaints than a typical year of the A4 at the same age

Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2022 Audi A4 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 68% fewer than a typical A4 model year at the same age, making the 2022 one of the better A4 years. The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling (3 complaints, typically around 51,000 miles). 3 recalls cover this model year.

6complaints
3recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2022 Audi A4 problems

  • Engine & cooling~51,000 miles
    350%
  • Other / not specified
    350%
  • Equipment & accessories~13,000 miles
    117%
  • Driver assistance~13,000 miles
    117%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    117%
  • Air bags~32,000 miles
    117%

Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Audi A4 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Audi A4. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best A4 years: 2011, 2016, 2012. Years to avoid: 2020, 2008, 1998, 2006, 1999. Compare all years →

2022 Audi A4 recalls (3)

Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Video (touch)screen/monitor/unit

NHTSA recall 22V-806 · Oct 26, 2022 · 6,076 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.

Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Engine control module (ECU/ECM)

NHTSA recall 22V-368 · May 23, 2022 · 72 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 Audi A6 Sedan, A4 Sedan, Q5, and Q5 Sportback vehicles. The semiconductor inside the engine control unit may short-circuit and cause an engine stall.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24iH.

Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera

NHTSA recall 21V-825 · Oct 20, 2021 · 2,857 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

What 2022 Audi A4 owners say

Engine & cooling

The contact owns a 2022 Audi A4. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled in the middle of the roadway and failed to restart. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the used car dealer where it was purchased. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle with engine failure and stated that there was a hole in the engine block. The contact was referred to an Audi dealer for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact inquired about the cause of the engine failure, and the contact was informed that a thorough diagnostic test had not been completed. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer submitted a claim for Goodwill Assistance to the manufacturer; however, the claim was denied. …

51,000 miles · Jan 2026

Engine auto start / stop engages before vehicle comes to complete stop and when on a road with an incline the engine shuts off and all forward momentum is lost causing the vehicle to roll backwards. The closest description I can think of is that it feels like the automatic transmission is slipping which should not happen on a car with 2,000 miles on it. I previously drove a 2019 A4 and the older model did not have this issue. Safety issue is that engine shuts off prematurely and when on an incline the car can roll backwards. Component is available for inspection and there is warning light/indication. Has not been taken to dealer yet but plan to next week. …

Feb 2022

2022 Audi A4 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid7-speed dual-clutchAWD26 / 34 / 29

EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Audi A4 a good car?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 A4 rates better than average: 68% fewer complaints than a typical year of the A4 at the same age. 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 2022 Audi A4?

The engine & cooling — 3 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the equipment & accessories (1) and driver assistance (1).

How many recalls does the 2022 Audi A4 have?

There are 3 recalls for the 2022 Audi A4, the most recent from October 26, 2022 (video (touch)screen/monitor/unit). 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?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2011, 2016 and 2012. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2020, 2008, 1998, 2006 and 1999. See the full Audi A4 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2022 Audi A4 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 32,000 miles; 67% 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.