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Audi A4

1996–2000 only

64 classified complaints 3 recalls

1996–2000 Audi A4 models have 64 classified complaints on record for these years specifically, plus 3 recalls. The most common issue in this range is ABS module and wheel speed sensors, typically surfacing around 97,555 miles.

Computed directly from stored federal records for 1996–2000 model years only — not blended with the rest of this vehicle's production run. See the full Audi A4 report for every year combined.

Where this range fits

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Complaints filed per 5-year model-year window — highlighted bars link to their own dedicated page.

What breaks, and when — 1996–2000 only

ABS module and wheel speed sensors · Brakes 22 complaints

Median onset: 97,555 miles.

More common in older model years. · Typical repair: $660–$1,260 nationally.

Airbags, seatbelts and restraints · Body and interior 11 complaints

Median onset: 170,619 miles. 45.5% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues.

Wiring harness, grounds and connectors · Electrical 7 complaints

Median onset: 110,000 miles.

More common in newer model years.

Stalling and no-start · Engine 5 complaints

Median onset: 145,000 miles.

Infotainment, screen and software · Electrical 4 complaints

Median onset: 48,100 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues. · More common in newer model years.

Control arms, ball joints and bushings · Suspension 3 complaints

Median onset: 152,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · More common in older model years. · Typical repair: $230–$700 nationally.

Wheels, studs and lug failures · Wheels and tires 2 complaints

Median onset: 86,000 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues. · More common in newer model years.

Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim · Body and interior 2 complaints

Median onset: 125,000 miles. 100.0% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

From owner-filed complaints to NHTSA, not independently verified. Federal mileage reporting on recent complaints is sparse — see how it works. Cost ranges are national estimates from book labor hours and parts pricing, not this vehicle's actual repair history — they don't account for your location or shop type.

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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — complaints and recalls, scoped to 1996–2000 model years. See the full Audi A4 report for every year and full specs/safety data.