1996 Audi A4 steering problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 1996 Audi A4 — 11% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The tie rods of both front wheels were damaged. The rubber cap was broken on both and the tie rods had a lot of play at the joint underneath. The power steering pump failed causing noise when turning the steering wheel. The right front brake lamp failed. *nlm”
filed Feb 3, 2003
“While driving power steering rack assembly failed, causing loss of steering and brake control. Also sealer broke which resulted in power steering fluid to leak, damaging brake pads and disc. Vehicle crashed damaging front end. Dealership not willing to do anything. *tt *nlm”
filed Jan 9, 2003
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other A4 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 A4 | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 A4 | 3 | 6% |
| 2014 A4 | 9 | 29% |
| 2013 A4 | 10 | 42% |
| 2012 A4 | 1 | 5% |
| 2010 A4 | 3 | 5% |
| 2009 A4 | 15 | 13% |
| 2007 A4 | 5 | 3% |
| 2006 A4 | 5 | 2% |
| 2005 A4 | 6 | 3% |
| 2004 A4 | 3 | 2% |
| 2003 A4 | 7 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1996 Audi A4
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.