The contact owns a 2003 Audi A4. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a fuel odor was detected. The contact parked the vehicle and noticed there was fuel leaking on the rear driver's side. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed that the fuel pump flange and hoses needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that they would cover the part replacement. The failure mileage was 143,839.
2003 Audi A4 fuel system problems
51 complaints (24% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 55,000.
- owner complaints
- 51
- of this car's complaints
- 24%
- typical mileage
- 55,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Delivery: fuel pump29
- Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings1
At what mileage
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Audi A4 fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2003 Audi A4 fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles equipped with 1.8l turbo, 2.8l v6, or 3.0l engines, a change in the electrical motor components in the fuel pump can lead to an inoperative fuel pump and, ultimately, stoppage of fuel supply to the engine causing it to stall.
- Risk
- If fuel flow to the engine is interrupted, the vehicle could stall without warning and thus present a potential risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on september 28, 20007. Owners may contact vw at 1‑800‑222‑8987 or audi at 1‑800‑822‑2834. This recall is a supplement to a previous campaign (please see 06v017).
Recall number 07V375000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles produced from september 2002 - march 2003, equipped with 1.8l turbo, 2.8l v6, or 3.0l engines, a change in the electrical motor components in the fuel pump can lead to an inoperative fuel pump and, ultimately, stoppage of fuel supply to the engine causing it to stall.
- Risk
- If fuel flow to the engine is interrupted, the vehicle could stall without warning and thus present a potential risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on april 10, 2006. Owners may contact vw at 1‑800‑222‑8987 or audi at 1‑800‑822‑2834.
Recall number 06V017000 · Recall details
What 2003 Audi A4 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The coolant light came on after I replaced coil packs and I stopped to look wasn't leaking anywhere. Drove to work and it caught on fire due to overheating I guess not really sure. I was driving a car on fire down a highway and didn't even know it. I stopped to take a left turn into work and smoke stared billowing out and around the entire car. Other drivers couldn't see me or nothing I could have been in an accident. The fire department checked the car out sort of and it's in a mechanics shop now. Trying to figure it out. Oil light was on and that's it. AN then the coolant light would kick on and off. Nothing else after I changed the coil packs. And it was well after I did that.
There seems to be a fuel pump or other issue along the fuel line. Recently, the gas cap indicator has gone off, and won't turn off. I even tried replacing the gas cap with a new one. I checked for loose parts on top of the gas tank (through the trunk). No visible issues, but I do smell gasoline on humid days, there is clearly an issue along the fuel line. I noticed there were recalls by audi for different vins (not mine), that highlight issues with the fuel system and fuel pump - recall number 06v017000 (01/23/2006), and 07v375000 (08/28/2007) (others?). I've tried calling audi to see if they'd be willing to investigate whether a broader number of vins need to be included in the recall (including mine), and they refused to cover costs to look into it.
Tamara recall my car wouldnt start keep getting steer wheel hard to drive shifts to gear get stuck
Was driving on the highway and my car stalled. Had to get it towed home and it will no longer start but it revs.
Re: audi a4 - audi-USA case number: [xxx]- 7/13/2013 - 3:20 pm spoke with [xxx] about this issue, he transferred me over to another expert - currently music is on and I am on hold till 3:29pm - a lady name, [xxx], who basically told me that this is something they cannot help me with. The call ended at 3:48 pm. Their argument for not reimbursing me for my expense was lame and one of not accepting responsibility, however, legally, they were on the correct side in saying no, as when this issue was identified for the same make and model and year of audi a4, my car's VIN was not included as one that was affected. They were however, not helpful in considering the fact that, the issue that was identified for some vehicles for the same make model and year, was the exact same issue for my make model and year. Audi, however, let me know that they will not help me with the reimbursement of my expenses. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Fuel pump is no longer working.
There was a loud noise coming from the rear area of my vehicle. When I got in my vehicle I noticed that there was a high pitched noise coming from the back seat area. When I took it to my mechanic he said that the fuel pump was going and it would need to be replaced. The car ran ok and the noise went away when the weather was warmer but has recently returned with the cooler weather. I looked online and saw a technical bulletin/recall for my make and model. When I dug deeper into the associated documents I found my VIN number matched the numbers in the documents. Audi said they had no records of this (although they were on audi letterhead) and said I could take it to the dealer but would have to pay for the diagnostic. This does not match what is written in the recall notice.
Tl* the contact stated owns a 2003 audi a4. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, there was a high-pitched noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact also stated that the fuel pump may have been inoperable. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic to inspect the failure where it was found that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and stated that there were no recalls for the fuel pump on his vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 117,000.
I have had problem with my car's coils and fuel pump and learned recently that these components were under recall yet I was never notified of this. Does the manufacturer or dealer have an obligation to notify owners of recalls? I have paid a mechanic to replace these parts and would have taken to dealer if told of recall. Thank you
Questions about the 2003 Audi A4 fuel system
Does the 2003 Audi A4 have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 51 complaints about the fuel system of the 2003 Audi A4, 24% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2003 Audi A4 fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 55,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Audi A4 fuel system?
Yes, 2 recalls: 07V375000, 06V017000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Audi A4 have the most fuel system problems?
The Audi A4 model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2004 (56 complaints), 2003 (51 complaints) and 2005 (12 complaints).
Other 2003 Audi A4 problems
Transmission 43Electrical 32Engine 24Lights 23Acceleration 22Visibility 20Body 14Airbags 12Steering 7Tires 6Driver assistance 3Suspension 3Brakes 2Seats 2Wheels 2Locks 1Seat belts 1
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