2005 Audi A4 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 1%of 219 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 2,200miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the body and structure of the 2005 Audi A4, 1% of the 219 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 2,200 miles.
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.
“At 2,200 miles, a headlight warning light came on, and I took my car to the dealership. I was told that a mouse had climbed into my engine, built a nest out of the hood insulation, and chewed through wires. Audi refused to cover any damages. This incident cost me $1,400. I have parked in the same spot of my underground garage for 3 years, and this never happened to my previous car. I feel Audi should be held responsible for damages due to poor construction of the car's undercarrige.”
NHTSA complaint #10102901, filed 2004-12, 2,200 miles“2005 Audi cabriolet convertible. The rear window is parting from the roof. The glue is not holding. This is a major safety concern as the window could leave the vehicle at high speeds and crash into other vehicles. Audi refuses to take responsibility. This is the 2nd Audi convertible I've owned (prev 2003) and this was a problem then as well. Something needs to be done before someone gets hurt.”
NHTSA complaint #10361109, filed 2010-10, 45,000 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Audi A4 cabriolet. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle began to shake violently, lost all power and stalled. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road and the contact waited 20-25 minutes before the vehicle was restarted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who could not duplicate the failure. The failure continued and the vehicle back to the dealer 20 times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer in 2007 and the ignition coils were replaced. In january 2009, the ignitions coils were placed again. …”
NHTSA complaint #10371101, filed 2010-12, 400 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10198567Jun 25, 2021This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
- 10128407Aug 31, 2015Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 61 number 13-21 dated September 3, 2013. Convertible top exterior cloth appears soiled. The convertible top is made of durable fabric…
- 10121945Oct 2, 2013Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 70 number 08-39 dated December 4, 2008. Leather upholstery is dirty or stained.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 6 | 13% |
| 2015 | 1 | 5% |
| 2014 | 1 | 3% |
| 2009 | 6 | 5% |
| 2008 | 3 | 2% |
| 2007 | 2 | 1% |
| 2006 | 3 | 1% |
| 2005 | 3 | 1% |
| 2004 | 4 | 2% |
| 2003 | 14 | 7% |
| 2001 | 1 | 1% |
| 1999 | 4 | 2% |
| 1998 | 3 | 1% |
| 1996 | 2 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2005 Audi A4
101 complaintsAir bags
54 complaintsElectrical system
24 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsEngine
10 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsTires
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 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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