2022 Audi A4 Problems: 5 Known Issues
2022 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated September 2026
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2022 Audi A4 has 5 documented known issues, with 2 rated critical. The most serious are 2021-2022 A4 Rearview-Camera Software Recalls 91DZ / 91CR - VIN Check Required and 2022 A4 Infotainment Main-Unit Recall 91Ei - VIN Check Required. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $150 to $2,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
TIRES
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2022 Audi A4 has 5 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 2021-2022 A4 Rearview-Camera Software Recalls 91DZ / 91CR - VIN Check Required, 2022 A4 Infotainment Main-Unit Recall 91Ei - VIN Check Required, 12V Battery Drain and No-Start from Faulty Gateway/Telematics Sleep Behavior. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2022 Audi A4 has 5 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 2 issues are rated critical: 2021-2022 A4 Rearview-Camera Software Recalls 91DZ / 91CR - VIN Check Required and 2022 A4 Infotainment Main-Unit Recall 91Ei - VIN Check Required. 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.
Repair costs for known Audi A4 issues range from $150 to $2,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
NHTSA 22V742/Audi 91DZ covers certain 2021 A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles, while NHTSA 21V825/Audi 91CR covers certain 2022 A4 Sedan vehicles. The rearview-camera image may be blank, black or initially unavailable when reverse is selected. The applicable population and software… Severity: high.
NHTSA 22V806/Audi 91Ei covers certain 2022 A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. Internal damage can occur in the infotainment main unit after vehicle shutdown; on restart, the center display and rearview-camera image may be unavailable. The recall does not establish a generic 2023-2… Severity: high.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
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Multiple late-model Audi/VW MQB-derivative vehicles, including B9.5 A4s, have owner reports of repeated low-voltage warnings, dead batteries after sitting, and intermittent no-start conditions. The pattern is commonly linked to control modules not entering sleep mode properly, te… Repairs typically run $300-$1,200. Severity: medium.
Panoramic/sunroof-equipped A4s continue to generate owner complaints about water entering the cabin, usually from clogged drains, disconnected drain tubes, or seal alignment issues. Owners often first notice damp headliners, wet front or rear carpets, musty odors, or intermittent… Repairs typically run $150-$2,000. Severity: medium.
Audi’s through-model-year-2025 brake bulletins distinguish squeal from pulsation. TSB 2051095/8 states that brake squeal alone does not indicate a defect and uses noise frequency and VIN-specific repair information. TSB 2022584/12 covers steering-wheel vibration or brake-pedal pu… Severity: medium.