2006 Audi A4 vs 2006 BMW 325I
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Audi A4 | 2006 BMW 325I |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 295 | 515 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 356 | 115 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 21 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–24 | 21 |
| Median reported mileage | 60,000 mi | 79,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A4 | BMW 325I |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 73 | 241 |
| Exterior Lighting | 159 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 85 |
| Engine | 15 | 50 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 47 |
| Steering | 5 | 39 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 40 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 98 |
| Stalling | 0 | 14 |
| Overheating | 0 | 12 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
2006 Audi A4
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.