2012 Audi A4 vs 2013 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 | 2012 Audi A4 | 2013 Audi A4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 24 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 579 | 650 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25 | 26 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A4 | Audi A4 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13 | 6 |
| Steering | 1 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 0 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 5 | 0 |
2012 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.