Most common 2001 Audi Allroad problems
Share of the 17 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Audi Allroad complaints by model year
Best Allroad years: 2005, 2002, 2014. Years to avoid: 2013, 2001. Compare all years →
2001 Audi Allroad recalls (3)
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
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.
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.
Electrical system
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.
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.
Electrical system
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.
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…
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2001 Audi Allroad:
Fuel tank leak
Volkswagen (vw) is recalling certain vw passat 4motion and Audi a6 quattro and allroad quattro all-wheel drive passenger cars.vw vehicles subject to recall were manufactured from November 22, 2000 through May 31, 2005 and Audi vehicles subject to recall were manufactured from June 2, 2001 to June 1, 2005.the NHTSA recall number for the vw vehicles is 08v-156 (vw also is correcting defects related to heat shield and…
What 2001 Audi Allroad owners say
Fuel & propulsion system
Fuel and fuel vapor leaks from the top of the fuel tank presenting a serious fire hazard when moving (slowly or at highway speeds) or stationary. The fuel leak is most obvious when the tank is more than 1/2 full. Vapor emissions occur at all times resulting in a failure to meet emissions standards. A hard plastic material is used for the fuel tank's vent. It is connected to a rigid aluminum vent line. Relative movement and aging has resulted in a failure of the plastic vent. Audi's recall fix from 2008 (NHTSA 08v-157) - I.e., installing an epoxy-filled mold - has not prevented failure of the plastic vent. Since the plastic vent is 'welded' to the top of the hdpe tank, the entire tank must be replaced to address the failed vent.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Audi Allroad. When filling the fuel tank, the contact noticed that the tank leaked fuel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 08V157000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,800.
Transmission & drivetrain
Owner complained about a transmission problem. Owner was driving the vehicle and when changing gears the vehicle would not go into drive. It was stuck in reverse. Owner took the vehicle to the dealer, and was told that it was a sealed unit, and there was no way they could repair the defect. Manufacturer sent a regional representative, who offered to absorb 75% of the repair cost.
2001 Audi a6 Allroad has had a brake/throttle lag issue since it was purchased. The car can be extremely dangerous to drive. My wife was driving the Allroad and she told me that she was almost hit by an oncoming vehicle when the car did not "go" as she expected it too, based on her throttle inputs. At another intersection she lifted her foot off of the gas, reapplied the gas and this time the car went so fast that she almost hit the car in front of her at the upcoming intersection. She told me that she was almost crying because "I did not tell her the car 'drove like that!'" the problems are: 1). Aoa issued a technical service bulletin dated September 9th of 2004 on this isue., not a recall. 2) I complained for over 1 year about this problem to the dealer before the ECU was replaced on May 15th of 2004. …
2001 Audi Allroad engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 14 / 19 / 16 |
| 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 5-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 14 / 19 / 16 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2001 Audi Allroad a good car?
Based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2001 Allroad rates use caution: 1.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the Allroad at the same age. It is one of the 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 2001 Audi Allroad?
The fuel & propulsion system — 5 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year, most often about storage › fuel gauge system. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (3) and speed control & acceleration (2).
How many recalls does the 2001 Audi Allroad have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2001 Audi Allroad, the most recent from April 8, 2008 (tank assembly). 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 Allroad?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2005, 2002 and 2014. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2013 and 2001. See the full Audi Allroad years comparison.
At what mileage do 2001 Audi Allroad problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 67,000 miles; 25% 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.