1997 Audi A4 Problems: 3 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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NHTSA Recalls14 recalls

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

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.

Campaign #21V47000023/06/2021

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use in model year 1999-2005 Audi A4, 2000-2006 Audi TT, 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2006 Golf, 1999-2008 and 2011-2013 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2000-2005 Volkswagen Passat. In the affected water pumps, the pulley or sprocket that turns the timing belt may develop microfractures causing the timing belt to fail.

Campaign #14E00700007/03/2014

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Campaign #06E04900024/05/2006

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

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.

Campaign #20V05600031/01/2020

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Campaign #06E06000029/06/2006

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Audi A4 problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 1997 Audi A4 has 3 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 1996-1997 A4 Ignition-Switch Recall 06V-403 (JS) - VIN Check Required, 1997-2000 A4 Driver-Airbag Inflator Recall 69BT - NHTSA 20V056 / 22V471, 1997-2001 A4 ABS 5.3 Scan-Communication Fault - TSB 2042048/1. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Audi A4 reliable?

The 1997 Audi A4 has 3 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 2 issues are rated critical: 1996-1997 A4 Ignition-Switch Recall 06V-403 (JS) - VIN Check Required and 1997-2000 A4 Driver-Airbag Inflator Recall 69BT - NHTSA 20V056 / 22V471. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What is the 1996-1997 Audi A4 1996-1997 A4 Ignition-Switch Recall 06V-403 (JS) - VIN Check Required?

NHTSA 06V403/Audi JS covers certain 1996-1997 A4 vehicles and superseded recall 00V317. The ignition-switch spring anchor can fracture so the key does not fully return to the run position after starting; windshield wipers and headlights may then be inoperative. VIN verification i… Severity: high.

What is the 1997-2000 Audi A4 1997-2000 A4 Driver-Airbag Inflator Recall 69BT - NHTSA 20V056 / 22V471?

Audi’s 69BT campaign circular covers certain 1997-2000 A4 vehicles. The NHTSA filing history has two A4 model-year branches: 20V056 lists 1999-2000, and the later 22V471 correction adds the 1997-1998 branch that had been entered incorrectly in the portal. Moisture-related NADI in… Severity: high.

What is the 1997-2001 Audi A4 1997-2001 A4 ABS 5.3 Scan-Communication Fault - TSB 2042048/1?

Audi TSB 2042048/1 applies to 1997-2001 A4 vehicles with ABS 5.3 when a scan or emissions tool cannot communicate with the vehicle and the ABS and brake warning lamps illuminate. Audi attributes the communication fault to the ABS control module interfering with the diagnostic bus… Severity: medium.

1997 Audi A4 Problems: 3 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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1996-1997 Audi A4: 1996-1997 A4 Ignition-Switch Recall 06V-403 (JS) - VIN Check Required#

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1997-2000 Audi A4: 1997-2000 A4 Driver-Airbag Inflator Recall 69BT - NHTSA 20V056 / 22V471#

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1997-2001 Audi A4: 1997-2001 A4 ABS 5.3 Scan-Communication Fault - TSB 2042048/1#

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Audi A4 problems?

Is the Audi A4 reliable?

What is the 1996-1997 Audi A4 1996-1997 A4 Ignition-Switch Recall 06V-403 (JS) - VIN Check Required?

What is the 1997-2000 Audi A4 1997-2000 A4 Driver-Airbag Inflator Recall 69BT - NHTSA 20V056 / 22V471?

What is the 1997-2001 Audi A4 1997-2001 A4 ABS 5.3 Scan-Communication Fault - TSB 2042048/1?