2003 Audi A4 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 20about this part
- Share
- 10%of 210 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 20 complaints about the visibility of the 2003 Audi A4, 10% of the 210 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Audi A4 windshield washer pump suddenly does not work. I brought the vehicle to the dealership and I was told there is a known problem with the washer pump and it happens frequently. However, there isn't an official recall so they will not replace it. It will just keep ruining the fuses unless I buy another washer pump which will ultimately just break again... If this is a known problem and a frequent issue why isn't there a recall?”
NHTSA complaint #10222874, filed 2008-03, 60,000 miles“The rear glass window of the convertible top of my 2003 Audi a 4 has come loose. We paid a car upholsterer to glue it back it in but it is loose again. It would be very dangerous if it fell out while traveling.”
NHTSA complaint #10330140, filed 2010-05, 60,000 miles“My Audi a 4 convertible headlight lenses deteriorated so badly that it significantly affected my night driving. Plastic became cloudy (not condensation) and gray, adversely affecting the headlight effectiveness.”
NHTSA complaint #10241713, filed 2008-09, 24,000 miles“Bought a 2003 Audi A4 cabriolet in 2005. 6 months later, rear window in 2003 Audi A4 detached from convertible top causing rear leather seat to rot and tear due to rain water leaking through the detached window. Tried to have the window reattached by an Audi dealership referred detailing company, adhesive did not hold and I was told the car would need a new roof. The dealership I bought the car from, don rosen Audi of conshohoken, pa nor Audi will take any responsibility for the detached window or provide payment for repairs.”
NHTSA complaint #10238628, filed 2008-08, 40,000 miles“The Audi A4 1.8t that I purchased in dec 2002 has a sunroof/moonroof assembly. A few times I have noticed that the sunroof opens and closes on its own while the car is in motion.”
NHTSA complaint #10183179, filed 2007-02, 30,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10124806Sep 23, 2014Windshield is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or its surface feels rough. Residue from industrial fallout as well as normal road dirt and grime may accumulate on windshield.
- 10124645Aug 14, 2013Windshield is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or its surface feels rough. Residue from industrial fallout as well as normal road dirt and grime may accumulate on windshield.
- 10124516Jul 2, 2013Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 61 number 12-16 dated July 6, 2012. Convertible top is inoperative. All switches and sensors check OK. Convertible top movement…
- 10066972Jul 2, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 | 1 | 2% |
| 2015 | 1 | 5% |
| 2014 | 1 | 3% |
| 2010 | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 | 6 | 5% |
| 2008 | 3 | 2% |
| 2006 | 5 | 2% |
| 2005 | 5 | 2% |
| 2004 | 16 | 8% |
| 2003 | 20 | 10% |
| 2002 | 11 | 6% |
| 2001 | 3 | 2% |
| 2000 | 5 | 5% |
| 1999 | 5 | 3% |
| 1998 | 8 | 3% |
| 1997 | 4 | 4% |
| 1996 | 6 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2003 Audi A4
51 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
43 complaintsElectrical system
32 complaintsExterior lighting
23 complaintsVehicle speed control
22 complaintsEngine cooling
17 complaintsBody and structure
14 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsEngine
7 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsTires
6 complaintsEquipment
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 Audi A4
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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