2016 Audi A4 Allroad Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 13%of 15 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 18,250miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the electrical system of the 2016 Audi A4 Allroad, 13% of the 15 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 18,250 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Air system is putting out excessive debris and particles . Computer mmi does not work. Can not log into to Audi portal propertly and sync. My software. Never received my recall on the electrical system wiring. Had it at the dealer for services multiple times and problem not resolved. Keeps reoccurring”
NHTSA complaint #11128009, filed 2018-09, 500 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Audi a4. Upon activating the air conditioner, an abnormal burning odor emerged from the vents. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 36,000. The VIN was not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11110339, filed 2018-07, 36,000 milesRelated recalls
- 17V622000Oct 5, 2017Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles. Contact…Covers: Audi A4 Allroad 2013–2016, Q5 2013–2016, A5 2013–2016
Related service bulletins
- 11018961May 8, 2025This bulletin provides information when the anti-theft alarm activates for no reason, or when the anti-theft alarm does not activate.
- 11017625Apr 10, 2025This bulletin provides information when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.
- 11013750Jan 31, 2025This TSB provides information when there are visible wires in the interior.
- 11012501Dec 10, 2024This bulletin provides information when the control functions in the vehicle are restricted.
- 11012483Dec 6, 2024This bulletin provides information in circumstances where there are noises/vibration from front of vehicle in dynamic mode.
- 11011285Nov 26, 2024This TSB Provides information when parking assistance provides false warnings.
- 11011296Nov 15, 2024This bulletin provides service-info relating to lithium-ion high-voltage batteries; determining energy content.
- 11011303Nov 7, 2024This bulletin provides information when the anti-theft alarm activates for no reason, or when the anti-theft alarm does not activate.
- 11009348Sep 10, 2024This bulleitn provides information when there is an implausible signal in the ABS/ESC speed sensor.
- 11007345Aug 29, 2024This bulletin proves information when the bluetooth does not work, adaption channel deactivated.
Electrical system: other model years
Other parts of the 2016 Audi A4 Allroad
4 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Audi A4 Allroad
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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