There are no safety recalls for the 2012 Audi A4 Avant, but owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA.
2012 Audi A4 Avant problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Engine | 16 | |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | |
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 60,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2012 Audi A4 Avant complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · at 60,000 miles · reported Aug 3, 2019
After a failed alternator and battery were replaced my entire electrical system has freaked out. 60,000mi on the dash, and my car is a brick. After a month on the lift the most well certified mechanics in my area, including some of audi's own, are at a complete loss. The only thing we've come up with is that the computers turn on every 30 seconds while my car is off.
Electrical System · at 66,540 miles · reported Jun 5, 2019
Car has been intermittently shutting down while driving. And starting up the car has become more and more randomly justified. Some times it starts up right away, some times it just takes a few cranks. Doesn't matter if it's warm or cold engine. I pulled ECU code and it says u0100 which is loss of communication to ECM. Well this is a safety issue because I can be driving just fine on the road but all of a sudden it just decides to quit cause a havoc on a busy traffic in houston.
Engine · at 63,000 miles · reported Mar 29, 2019
This car has a massive oil consumption issue. A week after having an oil change the low oil light comes on after approximate 150 miles of driving. I started happening in february of 2017 shortly after the engine malfunction light came on . I took it to the dealership and after they ran the required tests that failed, was told that audi put the wrong engine in the car and that I would have to pay $8k for them to fix it. This is not my problem, it is audi's because it is the same issue that they settled in a lawsuit years prior. It is nerve-wracking to drive because, I never know how much oil is…
Engine · at 75,000 miles · reported Nov 5, 2018
2012 audi a4 quattro uses (Burns) an excessive amount of oil, constantly having to add motor oil. Must add a quart of oil on a monthly basis and driving less than 1,000 per month.
Engine · reported Nov 1, 2018
Excessive oil consumption issues, check engine light is on and audi wants to charge me $12,000 to repair the oil consumption due to their being damage to my piston rings. I AM the second owner of this car. During the time that the first owner had the vehicle there was a class action law suit that had been filed and settled against audi do to the manufacturer malfunction which caused the excessive oil consumption problems with the vehicle. By the time I became the owner the suite had already settled. At this point I don't know what to do.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Audi A4 Avant have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2012 Audi A4 Avant as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Audi A4 Avant?
Owners report engine problems most often (16 reports), followed by unknown or other (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 60,000 miles.
Are Audi recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Audi dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.