How common are steering complaints on the 2009 Audi A4?

NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2009 Audi A4, which is 13% of the 120 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2009 Audi A4?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the reported steering issues for this model year.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2009 Audi A4 is 27,500 miles.

What kind of steering problems do owners describe?

Owners report shuddering or vibrating steering wheels at low speeds, grinding or knocking noises, hard-to-turn or seized steering, and groaning power steering noises.

Did steering complaints cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 injuries linked to these steering complaints, though 1 fire was reported in the same complaint set.

2009 Audi A4 Steering Problems

Steering complaints account for 15 of 120 total complaints on the 2009 Audi A4, or 13% of all reported issues, with a median failure mileage of 27,500 miles. NHTSA lists no related recalls for this steering issue.

Steering complaints: 15; 13% of 120 complaints
All complaints this year: 120
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 27,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners describe shuddering, vibrating, or rumbling in the steering wheel and column when turning at low speeds, often while parking or backing up.
Several drivers report a grinding or knocking noise when rotating the wheel slowly, sometimes accompanied by a sensation of looseness or a possible linkage problem.
Some owners experienced steering that suddenly became hard to turn or seized entirely, in one case requiring the steering shaft to be replaced.
Multiple complaints describe a groaning noise from the power steering system paired with difficulty steering at slow speeds, especially while parking.
At least one owner reported the steering resistance was severe enough to make turning in traffic dangerous, requiring extreme force with both hands.
Dealers in several cases told owners the shaking or shuddering was 'normal,' though the problem recurred and worsened over time.

When 2009 Audi A4 steering complaints were filed

First complaint May 26, 2009, latest Jul 23, 2021.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2009 to Jul 2021; peak May 2009 (1).

Steering recalls for the 2009 Audi A4

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by A4 model year

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

20056 (3%)
20065 (2%)
20075 (3%)
20080 (0%)
200915 (13%)
20103 (5%)
20110 (0%)
20121 (5%)
201310 (42%)
20149 (28%)
20150 (0%)
20163 (27%)
20173 (5%)
20181 (2%)
20190 (0%)
20200 (0%)
20210 (0%)
20220 (0%)
20230 (0%)
20240 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering complaints on the 2009 Audi A4?: NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2009 Audi A4, which is 13% of the 120 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2009 Audi A4?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the reported steering issues for this model year.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2009 Audi A4 is 27,500 miles.
What kind of steering problems do owners describe?: Owners report shuddering or vibrating steering wheels at low speeds, grinding or knocking noises, hard-to-turn or seized steering, and groaning power steering noises.
Did steering complaints cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 injuries linked to these steering complaints, though 1 fire was reported in the same complaint set.