NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 96 owner complaints for the 2000 Audi A4. Most complaints involve service brakes, hydraulic (47) and electrical system (11). The EPA rates it 18–24 mpg combined.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2000-2001 Audi TT Coupe, TT Roadster, 2000-2002 A4, and S4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver Air Bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2000-2001 TT Roadster, 2000 TT Coupe, 1999 Audi A8, 1998-2000 Audi A6, and 1999-2000 Audi A4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use in model year 1999-2005 Audi A4, 2000-2006 Audi TT, 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2006 Golf, 1999-2008 and 2011-2013 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2000-2005 Volkswagen Passat. In the affected water pumps, the pulley or sprocket that turns the timing belt may develop microfractures causing the timing belt to fail.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each A4 model year we’ve synced.
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 92 |
| 1997 | 99 |
| 1998 | 258 |
| 1999 | 190 |
| 2000 | 96 |
| 2001 | 130 |
| 2002 | 189 |
| 2003 | 215 |
| 2004 | 189 |
| 2005 | 219 |
| 2006 | 298 |
| 2008 | 191 |
| 2009 | 144 |
| 2010 | 64 |
| 2011 | 42 |
| 2012 | 45 |
| 2013 | 111 |
| 2014 | 76 |
| 2015 | 44 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 83 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 158 |
“THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT IS FLASHING ON MY DASH BOARD. THE REPAIR SHOP SAYS THAT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THE COST IS ABOUT $1000! MY CAR HAS ABOUT 120,000 MILES ON IT. *TR”
“THE LCD DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER IS PIXELATED, THIS NORMALLY WOULDN'T NORMALLY BE A HUGE PROBLEM BUT THIS SCREEN INFORMS THE DRIVER OF HIGH ENGINE TEMPERATURES, LOW OIL, LOW COOLANT, ETC. I'M UNABLE TO READ THE SCREEN AND HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IT IS ATTEMPTING TO TELL ME WHEN MY CAR MAKES A VERY HIGH PITCHED BEEP TO INFORM ME THERE IS A PROBLEM. I'VE ALSO DISCOVERED THAT THIS IS AN EXTREMELY COMMON PROBLEM WITH CARS OF THIS MODEL YEAR AND SEVERAL OTHER MODEL YEARS. *TR”
“I HAVE A 2000 AUDI A4. THERE WAS A LETTER THAT WAS MAILED TO ME EXPLAINING THE DEFECT WITH THE VEHICLE 2 MONTHS AFTER THE INCIDENT HAPPENED. THE TIMING BELT ON MY VEHICLE BROKE RESULTING IN SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE. THE MANUFACTURER REFUSES TO PAY FOR THE DAMAGE OR FIX IT. *TR”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | $3,300 | 370 |
| A4 Avant quattro Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,600 | 404 |
| A4 quattro Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,600 | 404 |
| A4 Auto 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,800 | 423 |
| A4 Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.8 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,800 | 423 |
| A4 Avant quattro Auto 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,000 | 444 |
| A4 quattro Auto 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,000 | 444 |
| A4 Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.8 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,200 | 468 |
| A4 Avant Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.8 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,200 | 468 |
| A4 Avant quattro Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.8 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,200 | 468 |
| A4 Avant quattro Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.8 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,400 | 494 |
| A4 quattro Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.8 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,400 | 494 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
5 safety recalls as of Oct 27, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 96 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are service brakes, hydraulic (47), electrical system (11), engine and engine cooling (11). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2000 Audi A4 at 18–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (12 versions rated).