2015 Audi A4 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
43/100
#9 most-complained of 15 A4 years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2015 Audi A4 has a Complaint Index of 43, ranking 9th worst out of 15 model years, earning a "Good" verdict relative to other A4 years. NHTSA lists 19 complaints and 0 recalls for this year, with Engine issues being the top concern.
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 26
- 22 city / 31 hwy
Top 2015 Audi A4 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine11 (58%)
- Electrical System5 (26%)
- Other2 (11%)
- Airbags1 (5%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (5%)
- Fuel System1 (5%)
- Structure & Body1 (5%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (5%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (5%)
What owners report
- Engine burns excessive oil, requiring a quart added roughly every 700-1000 miles with no visible leak, and exhaust pipes turn black.
- Water pump fails due to a small plastic seal malfunctioning, causing coolant to expel from the system.
- Front grill detaches and separates from the vehicle while driving, accompanied by inoperable headlights and multiple warning lights.
- Engine dies suddenly while driving with no warning lamps or messages, in one case traced to a broken chain damaging pistons.
- Turn signal switch malfunctions, activating the left signal when the right is selected.
- Multi Media Interface (MMI) system stops working shortly after purchase despite functioning during the test drive.
2015 Audi A4 recalls
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
2015 Audi A4 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 22 MPG
- Highway
- 31 MPG
- Combined
- 26 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,050
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2015 compared with other A4 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 Audi A4 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2015 Audi A4 has a Complaint Index of 43, ranking 9th worst among 15 model years, which earns it a "Good" verdict relative to other A4 years.
- What problems does the 2015 Audi A4 have?
- NHTSA complaints most often cite the Engine, accounting for 11 of 19 complaints (58%), with a median failure mileage of 85,000 miles. Electrical System issues make up another 5 complaints (26%), with a median mileage of 21,006 miles.
- Does the 2015 Audi A4 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2015 Audi A4.
- What year Audi A4 should I avoid?
- According to NHTSA data, the 2010, 2017, 2018, and 2020 Audi A4 model years are rated "Avoid," with Complaint Index values of 93, 86, 79, and 100 respectively, all higher than the 2015 model's 43.
- How does the 2015 Audi A4 compare to other years?
- The 2015 A4 has a Complaint Index of 43 and 19 complaints, lower than the 2013 (57), 2017 (86), 2018 (79), and 2020 (100) model years, placing it among the better years for the A4.