2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet vs 2009 Honda Civic
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 | 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet | 2009 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 395 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 393 | 65 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 42 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25 | 24–42 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 33,035 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A4 Cabriolet | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 18 | 95 |
| Structure | 0 | 45 |
| Electrical System | 0 | 35 |
| Suspension | 0 | 31 |
| Engine | 1 | 27 |
| Tires | 0 | 25 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 24 |
| Power Train | 0 | 23 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 13 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 13 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet
2009 Honda Civic
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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.