How common are engine problems on the 2014 Audi A4 allroad?

Engine-related complaints make up 33% of all complaints filed for this model year, totaling 15 out of 46 complaints.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Audi A4 allroad engine?

Yes. NHTSA lists two engine-related recalls, campaign 18V229000 covering auxiliary coolant pump replacement and campaign 17V002000 covering a software update to deactivate power to the coolant pump.

At what mileage do engine problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on this model year is 52,000 miles.

Did the engine problems cause any fires?

NHTSA complaint data shows 2 fires reported in connection with engine issues on the 2014 Audi A4 allroad, with no injuries or crashes recorded.

2014 Audi A4 allroad Engine Problems

Engine complaints account for 15 of 46 total complaints (33%) on the 2014 Audi A4 allroad, with a median failure mileage of 52,000. Two recalls address the auxiliary coolant pump on this engine, and owners also reported 2 fires linked to engine/coolant issues.

Engine complaints: 15; 33% of 46
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 52,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Auxiliary coolant/water pump fails and causes overheating, sometimes repeatedly on the same vehicle.
Engine or oil pressure warning lights illuminate while driving, sometimes tied to an overheated coolant pump.
Vehicle catches fire, in one case while parked and in another while driving, with visible smoke or flames from the engine area.
Engine loses compression or suffers piston damage, in one case requiring full engine replacement at 62,000 miles.
Valve cover and timing chain cover gaskets leak oil, reported around 46,500 miles.
Owners report parts shortages delaying recall repairs for the coolant pump.

When 2014 Audi A4 allroad engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 21, 2014, latest Sep 16, 2019.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2014 to Sep 2019; peak Aug 2018 (4).

Engine recalls for the 2014 Audi A4 allroad

NHTSA 18V229000Apr 11, 2018Engine342,867 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.
Risk: A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.
NHTSA 17V002000Jan 3, 2017Engine342,867 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
Risk: If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19M1.

Engine complaints by A4 allroad model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201317 (20%)
201415 (33%)
20159 (36%)
20164 (27%)
20171 (3%)
20182 (22%)
20191 (33%)
20201 (3%)
20210 (0%)
20220 (0%)
20230 (0%)
20241 (25%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems on the 2014 Audi A4 allroad?: Engine-related complaints make up 33% of all complaints filed for this model year, totaling 15 out of 46 complaints.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Audi A4 allroad engine?: Yes. NHTSA lists two engine-related recalls, campaign 18V229000 covering auxiliary coolant pump replacement and campaign 17V002000 covering a software update to deactivate power to the coolant pump.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on this model year is 52,000 miles.
Did the engine problems cause any fires?: NHTSA complaint data shows 2 fires reported in connection with engine issues on the 2014 Audi A4 allroad, with no injuries or crashes recorded.