2007 Audi A4 vs 2008 Audi A4
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 | 2007 Audi A4 | 2008 Audi A4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 196 | 175 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 368 | 452 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–24 | 21–24 |
| Median reported mileage | 74,500 mi | 62,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A4 | Audi A4 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 119 | 116 |
| Engine | 17 | 13 |
| Power Train | 11 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 11 | 8 |
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 6 |
2007 Audi A4
2008 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.