2015 Audi A4 recalls & problems
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls for the 2015 Audi A4 and 19 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is engine (10 reports), followed by electrical system (3). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.
2015 Audi A4 problems by component
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Electrical System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Latest owner complaints
Engine · Jul 15, 2026 · GA
Oil consumption is extremely high this vehicle burns way to much oil in short amount of time. Oil has to be added every 300 to 400 miles and there are no leaks present
Engine and Engine Cooling · Dec 4, 2025 · 141,177 miles · CO
The contact owns a 2015 Audi A4. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the coolant warning light illuminated. The vehicle was turned off and restarted after 20 minutes, and the coolant warning light was no longer illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 141,177.
Fuel/Propulsion System · Feb 18, 2025 · CA
Spark plug for damaged due to oil seeping into it. This could lead to overheating of engine or cylinders getting damaged potentially leading to vehicle malfunction when I drive. Audi inspected the part and recommended to reseal the top of the engine. There was a warning for check engine which led to identifying the problem
Engine · Feb 18, 2025 · CA
The vehicle has an oil consumption issue whereby I top off the oil in about every 400 miles. The dealership indicated that this is a known problem with Audi. The issue first started with warnings that engine is overheating and with further warnings that oil level is low
Engine · Feb 18, 2025 · CA
Spark plug for damaged due to oil seeping into it. This could lead to overheating of engine or cylinders getting damaged potentially leading to vehicle malfunction when I drive. Audi inspected the part and recommended to reseal the top of the engine. There was a warning for check engine which led to identifying the problem
Engine · Dec 5, 2024 · FL
No 3 cylinder piston ring failure .Loss of compression.
Engine · Mar 28, 2024 · PA
Piston ring defect and blew from over oil consumption. All years from Audi A4 2012-2019 recall law suit but they did not include 2015 which all years and models have same piston ring manufacturer defect it blew on me while I was driving home . Lucky I was in neighborhood and not on highway very unsafe.
Unknown or Other · Mar 12, 2023 · VA
MMI system worked during test drive and then NOT worked after final sale: Safety systems included: The Multi Media Interface (MMI) system is an in-car user interface media system developed by Audi, and was launched at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show. MMI operates a large number of in car entertainment components, car electronics, and other functions. The list below indicates…
Electrical System · Mar 12, 2023 · VA
MMI system worked during test drive and then NOT worked after final sale: Safety systems included: The Multi Media Interface (MMI) system is an in-car user interface media system developed by Audi, and was launched at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show. MMI operates a large number of in car entertainment components, car electronics, and other functions. The list below indicates…
Forward Collision Avoidance · Mar 12, 2023 · VA
MMI system worked during test drive and then NOT worked after final sale: Safety systems included: The Multi Media Interface (MMI) system is an in-car user interface media system developed by Audi, and was launched at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show. MMI operates a large number of in car entertainment components, car electronics, and other functions. The list below indicates…
Electrical System · Feb 20, 2023 · FL
Turn signal switch malfunction. When turning right turn direction on, the left turn goes on instead of the right turn. After researching the issue, it looks like itâs a common issue with Audi. This is a safety issue and need to be recalled asap.
Unknown or Other · Sep 26, 2022 · MD
The second (not movable) glass pane of the "panoramic sunroof" spontaneously shattered. That happened three days ago, because of the potential for water damage I need to have this repaired as soon as possible. However, until I get it repaired it is available for inspection. Apparently many Audi owners have experienced a similar phenomenon, commonly called "exploding sunroof",…
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 Audi A4 have any recalls?
No safety recalls are listed for the 2015 Audi A4 in NHTSA's recall database. Recalls can still be issued later, so check again by VIN before buying.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Audi A4?
Based on 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are engine (10), electrical system (3), exterior lighting (2).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2015 Audi A4?
Owners reported 1 crash, 0 fires, 2 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.