4.8

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
21,333 miles

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problem #3

Aug 062004

A4

  • miles
Tie rod end failure.

- Union, NJ, USA

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problem #2

Dec 312002

(reported on)

A4

  • 64,000 miles
Vehicle is experiencing the same defect with the tie rods as stated in recall number 99 V 248 000, but vehicle is not included, cause recall is on the later year vehicle.

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

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problem #1

Apr 152000

A4 4WD

  • miles
Stalling at low speeds and idled. Has been in the shop since early may, with no successful repair. Vehicle stalling in traffic is a safety hazard. Audi America contacted, dealer working on car for 30 days. Car stalls and it takes up to 6 cranks of up to 30 seconds each to restart.

- Fort Collins, CO, USA

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