- The problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2018 S5 Cabriolet, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, S4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, and 2017-2018 A4 Sedan and A4 Allroad vehicles. Oxidation on the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) connecting cable may cause the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
- The risk
- A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- The fix
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install cable ties to the harness, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 74D9.
Vehicle safety record
2017 Audi Allroad Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2017 Audi Allroad with NHTSA, most often about the airbags (1) and the electrical system (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in July 2019 for the inflator module. For comparison, the 2018 has 0.
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BFewer problems than a typical Allroad year, for its age
#335 most complained-about 2017 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2017 Audi Allroad problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2017 Audi Allroad recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 2017 Audi Allroad
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
I am disabled, but I could not find a vehicle in stock with all the safety features to help me drive and be protected. Since these are basically software and some inexpensive hardware, I assumed that the features could be upgraded much like computers. I asked the dealer and audi customer service if they could add the features to me new car. They said it couldn't be done. Later I did find parts in germany, but the dealer wouldn't install them (i.E. Buy a new car and loose $5,000 or more dollars). I believe modern...
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autos should be made easily upgradeable for say 3 years after purchase. This would help people like myself to have better and safer drivabilty. Btw boeing safety feature, macs, in the 737max airplanes that killed over 300 people were only installed as an additional option at cost. Many of the airlines did not take this seriously and did not order the feature or train enough, so the safety feature has to be installed and the pilots trained to use macs. Please make these cars upgradable so we can get front cameras, side detection, lane detection, crash detection, blind spot detection in every car. Save a few lives.. It will make you feel good.
Upon starting the car, the vehicle information system shows a message that audi pre sense is not working and the vehicle must be taken to an authorized service center immediately. The vehicle appears to be working fine, but if pre sense is not working it is possible that the seat belts will tighten and the airbag could go off if it malfunctions. The audi dealership says that it may be nothing and it may reset itself. The car has 12000 miles on it. This is a problem. I saw online that a bunch of other audi...
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owners had the same problem in february 2017 and the seat belts tighened while the driver was at a stop sign with no other cars around. I bought my car in january 2017, and this only just happened 6/2/2018 and every day since.
Audi Allroad: every year compared
All Allroad years2017 Audi Allroad vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Audi Allroad | 2 | 1 | B | |
| 2017 Audi A4 | 84 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Audi A3 | 36 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron | 27 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2017 Audi A6 | 20 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 2017 Audi Q3 | 8 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Audi A8 LWB | 6 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Audi A5 | 2 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 2017 Audi A7 | 1 | 4 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2017 Audi Allroad
Does the 2017 Audi Allroad have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Audi Allroad: inflator module (July 2019). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Audi Allroad?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the airbags (1), electrical system (1), seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 2017 Audi Allroad had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 5, 2018 and the latest on April 14, 2019. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2017 Audi Allroad a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 66 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Audi Allroad year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Audi Allroad years have the most complaints?
2002 (104), 2003 (85), 2015 (29). See every Audi Allroad year compared.
What should I do if my 2017 Audi Allroad has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data