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2002 Audi Quattro Problems, complaints & recalls

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the 2002 Audi Quattro with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (4) and the acceleration & cruise control (3). Those complaints describe 1 fire. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2001 has 11.

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FFar more problems than a typical Quattro year, for its age

#222 most complained-about 2002 vehicle

Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

Most common 2002 Audi Quattro problems

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No recalls for the 2002 Audi Quattro

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 Audi Quattro. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.

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12 complaints about the 2002 Audi Quattro

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Transmission & drivetrain

Cracked bearing on dual mass flywheel (a4 quattro, 3l v6, 6 speed manual transmission). This bearing connecting two disks that make up dual mass flywheel, was cracked, causing a sudden onset of a serious and dangerous vibration to occur at all rpm levels. Also required a complete clutch replacement prior to normal wear interval. Entire flywheel assy replaced with clutch pressure plate, pilot and throwout bearings remedied issue. 10 Hours labor with parts aprox $2700 total cost of repair. *Tr

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 10372659
Fuel system

The audi cars have a problem with the gas tanks which could lead to explosions. My 2002 audi has about 100k on it, which is when I started smelling gas. I took it into the dealer in 2008 for a recall, and at that time they serviced a part of the fuel system, for which now there is a recall. Then this year, smelling gas, I had the rings changed, but now smelling gas again, my audi mechanic says the tank is not repairable. He pulled it as far down as possible and used a scope on it to see if it could be repaired. ...

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Now I am looking at about 2k in bills for a new gas tank. I called audi and asked their advocate about this, asking about if it was related to the recall, and of course he said no, that with high mileage cars gas tanks can give problems. I know of many audis who have had to replace gas tanks; this is not normal. Audi needs to be investigated for this. I have found many other instances just by googling this problem on the web, and my mechanic, who only works on audis, has replaced several tanks. He used to be an authorized parts center for audi so he knows that they are aware of the problem. *Tr

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasolineNHTSA 10308464
Brakes

I have intermittent problems where the abs and brake lights go on with an accompanying three beeps from the console of my 2000 audi a6 quattro sedan. This is happening most of the time now. The computer diagnostic indicates that there is no communications with the abs system. My mechanic tells me that he can fix this for about 25% of the value of my car. This is nuts. I go online and find that there are dozens of people with the same problem that have filed questions with various audi-related web pages, all with the same or nearly the same problem. This appears to be a design flaw not a worn-out part. I along with many others are terribly frustrated with this issue. *Tr

Filed Incident Service brakes, hydraulicNHTSA 10209072
Electrical system

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 audi a4 quattro. The ignition coils were originally replaced under recall in 2003 at 9,000 miles. At 60,300 miles the ignition coils failed again while vehicle was sitting at a stop light. The road conditions were not a factor. The engine was louder than normal, and vehicle did not drive normally, also, there was loss of power.The warning indicator light appeared after the failure. The contact drove the vehicle at 10-15 mph. The dealer stated that the ignition coils for cylinders 2, 3 & 6 were faulty , and recommened all ignition coils should be replaced. The current and failure mileage was 60,300. *Ak

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 10183252
Lights

The electrical system has had numerous problems and currently the turn signals often do not function although at times the work for a short period. *Nm

Filed Incident Exterior lightingNHTSA 10155447
SteeringEngine & coolingVisibility & wipersAcceleration & cruise controlElectrical systemEquipment & accessories

Vehicle was traveling at 50 mph when all of all sudden it would not accelerate when the driver pressed on the accelerator pedal. Manufacturer was contacted for a similar event months earlier by consumer and tested, but the cause was undetermined. *Ak at 2700 rpm the engine died. When releasing the gas pedal engine may or may not start moving. The check engine light keeps illuminating and there is intermittent back fire. Dealer replaced a number of parts related to the engine. Lighter not working. ...

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Connection to the lighter plug was repaired. The horn is very low. Debris cleared from the horn. Wipers streaking. Worn wiper blades replaced. Power steering pump replaced. *Tt *nm

Filed Incident Steering · Engine and engine cooling · Visibility · Vehicle speed control · Electrical system · EquipmentNHTSA 10117802
Airbags

Soda spilled onto the control panel ad wiring harness to the air bags, causing them to malfunction. (Nar) *ph *cb

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 10071643
Wheels & tires

I own/drive a 2002 a4 audi quatro with pirelli tires p6 215/55r16 93h. Within the past 15 months, I have had three tires develop sidewall bubbles that have ruptured and subsequently caused the tire to go flat. The tires all had to be replaced, as they were not able to be repaired. I have contacted audi and pirelli, but they assure me it is not the tire, but the poor condition of the roadways (potholes, etc.) There are only 30k miles on my car, which is not nearly enough mileage to warrant ware to the point of...

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developing such drastic tire problems. Aside from the repeated incurred monetary costs for replacing tires, there is now a significant safety cost involved if the tires ruptures while I am driving on a highway at an accelerated speed.*Ak

Filed Incident TiresNHTSA 10066454
Electrical systemFire

VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO FAULTY WIRING.*AK

Filed Electrical systemNHTSA 10065449
Electrical system

Electrical system: ignition: coils audi a630 quattro 2002 - three coils have failed since january 2002 purchase. Dates are: july 17th, dec. 4Th., Jan. 7Th 2003. Car is dangerous to drive. While driving on highway at 65 mph, car starts to involuntarily slow down and tremble. Have notified dealer and audi co. Audi refuses to acknowledge the severity of the problem. In review of this web site's complaints, this is a chronic problem with potential danger to life. Newspapers articles have been written about this. Why isn't audi responding to consumer complaints - why isn't there a recall? *Nlm

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 10014300
Acceleration & cruise control

Make: audi model: quattro year: 2002 complaint number: 768611 summary: audi has acknowledged the fact in a report to usa today that the allroad model has what is called delayed throttle response a potentially life threatening malfunction of the tiptronic transmission but audi of america denies the problem exsists to the owners of these vehicles when we contact them or their dealer network. This problem is as dangerous as audi's unintended acceleration issue years back. Several hundred audi owners have signed a petition regarding this vital safety concern. Please help us. Thank you. Dt

Filed Incident Vehicle speed controlNHTSA 10007527
Acceleration & cruise control

Audi has acknowledged the fact in a report to usa today that the allroad model has what is called delayed throttle response a potentially life threatening malfunction of the tiptronic transmission but audi of america denies the problem exsists to the owners of these vehicles when we contact them or their dealer network. This problem is as dangerous as audi's unintended acceleration issue years back. Several hundred audi owners have signed a petition regarding this vital safety concern. Please help us. Thank you. Dt

Filed Incident Vehicle speed controlNHTSA 768611

Audi Quattro: every year compared

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
200212001Electrical systemF
200111000Wheels & tiresD
20007020BrakesD
199921030BrakesF
19989000BrakesD
All Quattro years

2002 Audi Quattro vs rivals

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Does the 2002 Audi Quattro have any recalls?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 Audi Quattro right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Audi Quattro?

By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (4), acceleration & cruise control (3), steering (1).

How many complaints has the 2002 Audi Quattro had?

12 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 18, 2002 and the latest on December 28, 2010. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Is the 2002 Audi Quattro a reliable vehicle?

Its Safety Index is 24 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Audi Quattro 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.

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What should I do if my 2002 Audi Quattro has a problem?

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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

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