Buying a used 2020 Audi A4? Check these 3 recalls first
Complaint volume stands out: 127 unverified owner reports to NHTSA, far more than the neighboring Audi model years here, and heavily concentrated in electrical system (91) and back-over prevention (43) rather than mechanical failures — one crash, no fires or injuries. The recalls are a rear suspension nut that can break, a passenger airbag that may switch off, and rear axle alignment causing uneven tire wear. None carries a stop-driving or park-outside warning.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Get written confirmation the rear suspension nut recall was completed on this VIN.
- Inspect rear tires for uneven inner-edge wear and ask if the axle alignment recall was done.
- Exercise the backup camera and all electronics from a cold start, given the electrical complaint pattern.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Audi dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2020 Audi A4
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi Cars and SUVs: Rear Suspension Nut Can Break | Suspension | high |
| Audi A4 and A5 passenger airbag may switch off | Seats | high |
| Audi rear axle alignment may cause uneven tire wear | Tires | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
127 complaints filed for this model year, including 1 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 0 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 91 | None found |
| Rear Camera | 43 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 15 | None found |
| Suspension | 2 | Yes |
| Seats | 1 | Yes |