Most common 2013 Audi Allroad problems
Share of the 13 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 →
2013 Audi Allroad recalls (1)
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 Allroad owners say
Steering
2013 Audi a4 Allroad with 70K miles - the steering wheel has become incredibly 'notchy' and offers very inconsistent feedback while driving. The best way to describe the feeling is that the experience leaves me feeling as though the steering wheel is disconnected from the front wheels for certain intervals of time before re-engaging. This is a highly dangerous issue which causes the car to drift in the lane, with constant driver input required to maintain a reasonably straight trajectory. This is a known Audi issue for the 2013 model years with electric steering, yet no recalls have been performed. This is dangerous.
Steering not fluid, begin turn, fall is ine, then resistance, , then easier again, then more resistance. Notchy almost like the steering is refusing to turn. Steering response/feel is confusingly erratic to the point of being unsettling. Problem diagnosed by dealer as not unusual, rusting u joint,. Replaced intermediate, steering shaft. At cost of over $600. 33,000 miles on car. With all scheduled maintenance done by dealer. Car never in accident and no body rust. Excellent condition otherwise.
Engine & cooling
A check engine light and "DTC" light came on the dash while driving, but the car had no symptoms of fault otherwise. During one following day, I was in the garage where the car was parked, was not running and unlocked with keys inside, and smelled an electrical fire. I opened the hood and found a softball sized fire burning from an electrical connector coming from the side of the engine. After putting the fire out, I found a blown 'engine management' fuse which May be originally triggered the dashboard faults. I could not disconnect the connector because it has melted together, but am hoping the blown fuse was for that circuit so no electricity is flowing through.
On feb. 14th 2019 I took my Audi in for a campaign recall for "after run pump" and "aux heater". I got the car back on feb. 22nd 2019 (over a week in the shop). On mar. 3rd 2019 I drove 40 miles home from work and stopped for gas without any issues. Upon getting to my driveway and put the car in reverse and backed halfway up my driveway, the car engine made a laud noise and stopped. The cabin filed with smoke and smoke was coming out from under the hood. I got out and grabbed a fire extinguisher but did not use it. There was not warning prior to the incident. This happen at 3:40 pm and the car was towed to the dealer at 6:34 pm. Audi called the next day at 4:04 pm with the news that the engine was damaged and that the cam shaft was possibly bend and unable to "turn over". I was informed at I needed a new engine at the cost would be between $10,000 and 12,000. …
2013 Audi Allroad engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 20 / 26 / 22 |
EPA ratings. Class: Wagon.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Audi Allroad a good car?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 Allroad rates use caution: 1.6× 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 2013 Audi Allroad?
The steering — 7 complaints, 54% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (3) and body & structure (1).
How many recalls does the 2013 Audi Allroad have?
There is 1 recall for the 2013 Audi Allroad, the most recent from October 24, 2014 (air bags). 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 2013 Audi Allroad problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 75,000 miles; 20% 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.