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2000 Audi A4 problems

The most common problem on the 2000 Audi A4 is brakes, typically around 85,000 miles. It has 1.7 times the complaints of a typical A4 model year.

Typical year1.7x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
96
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
101
Worst area
Brakes
Fuel economy
18-24mpg
Typical repair
$1,500

The worst 2000 Audi A4 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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  • Brakes
    51
  • Electrical
    11
  • Engine
    11
  • Transmission
    8
  • Airbags
    6
  • Visibility
    5
  • Suspension
    3
  • Acceleration
    2
  • Lights
    2
  • Driver assistance
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Locks
    1
  • Seats
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Tires
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Specific symptoms reported on the 2000 Audi A4

ABS 27

Recalls 2

Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator moduleReported June 23, 2021 · 62,812 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag may not properly protect the occupant, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver frontal airbag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69CJ.

Recall number 21V470000 · Recall details

Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator moduleReported January 31, 2020 · 106,857 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag may not properly protect the occupant, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator when the parts become available, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed September 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BT.

Recall number 20V056000 · Recall details

See all 2 recalls for the 2000 Audi A4

Defect investigations

Brake and clutch pedal bracketOpened January 23, 2002, closed July 12, 2002

PE02008

Degraded braking in wet weatherOpened August 11, 2000, closed March 29, 2002

There is no summary currently available

EA00021

Degraded braking wet weather conditionOpened April 4, 2000, closed August 11, 2000

There is no summary currently available

PE00016

Technical service bulletins for the 2000 Audi A4 101

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 101 bulletins for the 2000 Audi A4

2000 Audi A4 fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
1.8L 4‑cylFWD18-2128-2921-24
1.8L 4‑cyl4WD17-192620-22
2.8L 6‑cylFWD16-1824-2619-21
2.8L 6‑cyl4WD15-1622-2318-19

What 2000 Audi A4 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 15, 2021 · Airbags · NY

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2000 Audi A4. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 20V056000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms part not available.

Filed Sep 20, 2020 · Electrical · 44,000 miles · AZ

The lcd screen is pixelating. This is a problem with all audi 2000 a4s. The screen is not showing any warnings are problems

Filed Dec 13, 2016 · Electrical · 52,200 miles · SC

Gradual failure of the auto check system display leading to total failure and the inability to determine engine performance and safety data.

Filed Jul 31, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · WV

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.

Filed Feb 10, 2013 · Brakes · 98,000 miles · AK

Audi complaint and recall request the anti lock braking system no longer works like it should. When the vehicle is started I get a solid amber ABS warning light along with a flashing brake light accompanied with three warning tones. Upon doing an internet search I immediately realized this problem with the bosch 5.3 ABS control module unit is extremely common on 1998 to 2001 audi and vw models. Audi/vw created a service bulletin to repair vw's in the same date range (bulletin 0517 the federal safety agency id number: 10016037), but ignored the issue with audi's. As per the vehicle's owner's manual, it states that while the system is in this state, the rear brakes may lock up under braking. This is a serious problem that will not allow me to brake quickly in emergency situations. The cost of replacing the ABS module from the dealership was quoted at over $1000. A simple internet search reveals that thousands of audi owners have voiced complaints. This is a blatant disregard for their customer's safety and a recall should be required.

Filed Sep 6, 2012 · CA

2000 audi a4. Consumer writes in regards to the ovd 2 unit in audi and vw vehicles *tgw the consumer stated the problem involved the ovd 2 unit which communicated the smog test results to the computer and dmv. Although, the vehicle would pass the emissions test, there would be a communication error. The dmv required the communication and made no exception. The root of the problem stemmed from the ovd 2 unit placed into the radio. When the radio is replaced with a non audi or vw radio the ovd 2 unit is no longer there. The consumer was informed the price to replace the radio containing the ovd 2 unit is $1000 and up.

Filed Mar 9, 2011 · Brakes · 152,000 miles · UT

On my 2000 audi a4 the anti lock braking system no longer works. I get a solid amber ABS warning light along with a flashing brake light accompanied with three warning tones when I start the car. After much research, this is a common problem on 1998 to 2001 audi and vw models. I have not heard of any recall, however there should be one. This is a serious problem that will not allow me to brake quickly in all situations especially winter conditions and the cost to get it replaced is far too much.

Filed Jan 11, 2011 · Brakes · 112,000 miles · MI

1. When the ABS is activated during snow or ice conditions. 2. The brakes "stick" and the ABS is not fully deactivated once your foot is off the brake pedal. Often the rear driver side brake is still engaged slightly during driving. When stopped you can smell the rubbing brakes and you can tell the brake is rubbing while driving as it slows down the vehicle. It usually unsticks after several miles of driving or leaving the car sit overnight not running. 3. I've taken the vehicle to the dealer several times over the years, but they tell me that there is nothing wrong with the brakes or ABS system.

Filed Dec 9, 2010 · Airbags, Tires · 86,000 miles · CA

I was headed north bound on the california 57 right before diamond bar blvd. When my car started to fish tail. I drove over to the shoulder lane and right as I merged over my back driver side tire snapped off taking half my wheel base with it leaving no way to put a spare tire on.

Filed Jul 18, 2010 · Brakes, Electrical · 65,000 miles · MD

Abs module failure & center cluster failure - 2000 audi a4 1.8t, 65,000 miles. Abs comes on along with blinking brake lights. Known audi issue. Having ABS rebuilt by module masters as audi wants $$ and any new ABS module they will install will also fail. Center cluster also failed, also known audi issue.

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Questions about the 2000 Audi A4

Is the 2000 Audi A4 reliable?

Owners have filed 96 complaints about the 2000 Audi A4, 1.7 times a typical A4 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Audi A4?

Brakes, with 51 complaints, typically around 85,000 miles. Next is electrical (11).

How many recalls does the 2000 Audi A4 have?

2 recalls, covering air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2000 Audi A4 get?

Official estimates for the 2000 Audi A4 range from 18 to 24 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.8L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 18-21 city and 28-29 highway.

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