Audi A4 headlights problems

Filed Feb 12, 2026 · VT

Headlight brightness needs to be better regulated (limited) for safety reasons. During night/darkness driving conditions, the headlights of some (newer) oncoming vehicles have an LED blue light brightness that is unsafe because the blinding light makes it impossible for other drivers to see the road until this type of oncoming vehicle passes.

Filed Aug 25, 2025 · Lights · NJ

The headlights on my 2017 Audi A4 have developed stress cracks in the headlamp housing. According to the inspection performed by an authorized Audi dealer, these cracks will obscure headlight projection and lower the visibility range at night. The dealer specifically noted there were no signs of outside influence or misuse, and the issue is likely due to internal headlight temperature, external ambient temperature, and age. This defect directly impairs visibility and makes it unsafe to drive the vehicle at night or in low-light conditions. Headlights are a critical safety system. The problem has been confirmed and documented by the Audi dealership in a written inspection report. Audi of America has acknowledged that the defect is unrelated to misuse but refuses to fully assist with repairs, despite admitting it impacts visibility. The issue is ongoing and worsens with time. There were no warning lamps or dashboard messages related to the defect prior to its discovery. The vehicle and documentation are available for inspection upon request. This is a safety concern that puts me and others at risk due to reduced nighttime visibility.

Filed Aug 10, 2022 · Lights · VA

Headlights flickering. Must turn off the headlights and turn them back on for this issue to go away. All headlight components were replaced including the bulb and this issue still is there. The Audi dealerships seem to not know how to fix this issue. This issue is only on the left side/driver side. The dealer could not duplicate this issue on the right side/passenger side. All new parts were installed.

Filed Mar 2, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · IN

Brucken motors, I purchased an Audi a4 that was advertised on your Facebook as safe, reliable, and dependent. I came to you with a down payment in hand, stating that I needed a car that drove without issues. I can afford minor repairs, but I wanted something with a clean HISTORY and service RECORD. Zachary Laney, the salesman, claimed that there was nothing wrong with this car. I asked about the headlight and was told, "Oh no, it's just a bulb! I will buy it so you can replace it." Asked about any issues and was told the car was absolutely clean. Sure enough, less than a week after I bought it, it started acting up. I took it to the mechanic to remedy the issue, paid out of pocket even though I was sold a warranty (mistake number two on your part) that I was told would cover most issues. My mechanic is experienced and has taken care of many cars, and sure enough, the issue was not fixed. It was only covered up with makeup per say. I gave it another chance and the vehicle broke down again. This vehicle, which mind you, I put a 4000 dollar down payment on, pay a 17!!!! percent interest rate even though I was told 7 and lied to on paper, is costing me over 470 a month for just the payment. Let alone the repairs. I haven't driven the car a month. Literally. I've paid on it for four months, and it's been in the shop. I let you guys know this and was ignored constantly. I was told that the check engine codes were cleared at one point which means that you KNEW this vehicle was bad. ONTOP of it all, this car was STOLEN and had title ISSUES. THERE WAS ALSO MINOR DAMAGE and a LONG service history

Filed Apr 2, 2021 · Electrical · 120,000 miles · NY · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 2012 audio a4. The contact stated while driving at 25 MPH, she saw smoke emerging from the front of the vehicle. Upon exiting the vehicle, notice flames in the head light compartment upon opening the hood. The contact stated they attempted to extinguish the flames with water but that failed and the fire department was contacted to extinguish the flames. The contact was unaware if a police or fire department report was filed. No injuries were sustained. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a junk yard. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer or independent mechanic for diagnosis. The contact stated that with the fire damage she believed that vehicle was a total loss. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

Filed Mar 31, 2021 · Body, Lights · 42,000 miles · ME

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 audi a4. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the front grill of the vehicle detached and separated from the vehicle. The contact also stated that the headlights were inoperable, and there was no oil in the engine. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact was relating the issue to a wiring issue. The vehicle was taken to key ford of york (422 us-1, york, me 03909) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the headlights needed to be replaced. Additionally, the engine oil needed to be topped off. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure with the headlights recurred. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.

Filed Nov 25, 2020 · Engine, Lights · 370,000 miles · PA · fire

2002 audi a4 with 370k burned a bit of oil which was fine cleaned the engine out with cleaners it smoked a bit which is normal.. Headlights started flickering 'hids' so I parked it. 3 days later I go to take the car on a test drive and the drivers headlight lit on fire ! Not sure if it was a headlight issue or a wiring issue.. Insurance will not cover it.

Filed Aug 14, 2020 · Airbags, Engine · 157,000 miles · MS · fire

I originally had 3 recalls on my vehicle I called in to see about getting them fixed free of charge as explained in the recall tech bulletin .the customer service representative proceeded in getting all of my information then after doing so tells me there are no recalls on my vehicle and proceeded to update my cars info shortly after I went back to the original site of this recall put in my cars info again and all the recalls that was once available for my vehicle was mysteriously gone.I never received a notice and never got it fixed. Now the recall that was originally posted are starting to be noticeable on my vehicle such as the defective water pump, defective headlights and defective airbag situation what can I have done about this issue

Filed Oct 29, 2019 · Lights · WA

Left head light flickers and shuts itself off after vehicle is driven and the lights have been on for about 5 minutes. The warning display on the dashboard gives a "left headlight level" error code.

Filed Aug 19, 2019 · Electrical, Lights · TX

Left dipped headlight flickers , dies out. While in motion or stationary , the left dipped headlight will flicker repeatedly and die out. Turning the headlights off and back on fixes the issue for a very short period of time before the flickering starts up again and every 5 minutes the left dipped headlight goes out again. This issue is very concerning for not only safety reasons , but for legal reasons as well given that I have to turn the headlights off and on every 5 minutes to avoid breaking the law by driving with a headlight out at night. This origin of this issue is unknown , but it seems to be very common and it warrants a recall considering how many people have this issue with the 2008 line of audi a4 vehicles points to a mass manufacturing defect. It is not only dangerous it is illegal! This widespread issue demands a recall!