2015 Audi Allroad Safety Report
2015 Audi Allroad Safety Analysis
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Audi Allroad
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Audi Allroad. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (1) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (29) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 3 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Steering | Compare steering issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2018 | Compare against the 2018 Audi Allroad with 1 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2017 | Check the 2017 Audi Allroad before buying across this generation. |
Audi Allroad Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Audi Allroad years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Audi Allroad | 2 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Audi Allroad | 1 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2015 Audi Allroad Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Audi Allroad, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Steering
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering issues Audi onlyPower Train
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Audi onlyEngine
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Audi onlyAir Bags
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Audi onlyUnknown Or Other
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Audi onlyEngine And Engine Cooling
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine And Engine Cooling issues Audi onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Audi Allroad
Reliability Score
The 2015 Audi Allroad receives a reliability score of 55 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2015 Audi Allroad
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2015 Audi Allroad
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Audi Allroad:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags Recalled by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) for potential failure to deploy in a crash. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System And Engine Recalled for an electric coolant pump that can overheat and potentially cause a fire. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Steering Steering resistance in cold weather and unpredictable steering at high speeds have been reported. |
High | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Seat Belts Front passenger seat belt buckle issues have been reported, requiring replacement. |
Low | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2015 Audi Allroad:
Steering issues, including resistance and unpredictability, are common.
Air bag deployment issues have been reported, though less frequent.
Recalled for potential fire risk due to an electric coolant pump.
Front passenger seat belt buckle issues have been reported.
Recall Details for the 2015 Audi Allroad
The following 1 recall has been issued for the 2015 Audi Allroad by NHTSA:
Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Audi A4 and S4 vehicles manufactured February 16, 2012, to October 21, 2014, and 2013-2015 Audi Allroad vehicles manufactured March 12, 2012, to October 21, 2014. Due to an improper algorithm in the air bag control module, if a crash necessitates deployment of the side air bags, a second impact to the front of the vehicle may not command the front air bags to also deploy.
Consequence: If the front air bags do not deploy in the event of a secondary impact to the front of the vehicle, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2014. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69K5.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Audi Allroad
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Audi Allroad with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 3 complaints involved crashes. 2 reported injuries or fatalities.
ESPECIALLY IN COLD WEATHER, STEERING INTERMITTENTLY DEVELOPED RESISTANCE AT CENTER POINT WHILE IN MOTION - FROM 30 MPH ON UP. STEERING WOULD NOT STAY POINTED STRAIGHT AHEAD, WOULD KICK OFF TO ONE SIDE OR ANOTHER. PROBLEM WOULD GO AWAY IF CAR WAS TURNED OFF AND ON, ONLY TO REOCCUR. PROBLEM WAS DIAGNOSED AS INTERNAL STEERING RACK FAULT CAUSING STEERING SHAFT TO HEAT UP AND BIND. SOLUTION WAS TO...
UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WHILE TRAVELING AMID TRAFFIC ON BUSY HIGHWAY SEE ATTACHED DESCRIPTION
UPON RETURNING TO THE CAR AFTER A REST STOP, A RED STEERING WHEEL SYMBOL APPEARED IN THE DASHBOARD ALONG WITH "DO NOT DRIVE". IT GOT TOWED TO A DEALER WHO REPORTED ENGINE CODE DTC B2000. CAR WAS 1 MONTH OUR OF WARRANTY. REPAIR WAS >$3000 REPLACING THE STEERING GEAR AND POWER STEERING MODULE. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN QUITE BAD HAD IT FAILED WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION. THE CAR ONLY HAS ABOUT 34,000 MIL...
THE VEHICLE ROLLS FORWARD WHILE FACING A DOWNHILL, AFTER SHIFTING INTO REVERSE.
2015 AUDI A4. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ELECTRIC COOLANT PUMP SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASAONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR. *JS
I NOTICED THE STEERING STARTED GETTING HARD TO TURN. I TOOK TO AUDI DEALER THEY SAID IT WAS FINE. I SAID NOT I KNOW MY CAR. ON THE HIGHWAY 2 WEEKS LATER ENTERING A CURVE AT HIGH MPH THE CAR WOULDN'T TURN. I TAPPED BRAKES SEVERAL TIMES AND FINALLY WITH 2 HANDS I COULD TURN AROUND CURVE. VERY SCARY AND BARELY MADE TURN. I PROCEEDED TO HOME BUT AT A TURN I STARTED THE TURN AND THE STEERING AGAIN STIF...
AUDI SAFETY RECALL 19N4-ELECTRIC (AFTER RUN) COOLANT PUMP. I HAVE BEEN WAITING NOW ABOUT 6 MONTHS FOR A NEW PUMP TO BE AVAILABLE FROM AUDI TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE COOLING PUMP, THAT IS TO COOL THE TURBOCHARGER AFTER THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF. I WAS TOLD, IN WRITING AND OVER THE PHONE BY AUDI, THAT THIS REPLACEMENT WOULD BE DONE BY THE END OF 2018. TODAY WHEN I CALLED AUDI THEY WILL ONLY SAY IT I...
BUCKLE ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WOULD NOT LATCH. DEALER SAID IT WAS DEFECTIVE AND I HAD TO PAY $250.80 TO REPLACE. BUCKLE WAS REPLACED DEC. 17, 2018
STEERING SHAFT IS FAULTY. WHEN DRIVING THIS CAR, ESPECIALLY AT HIGH SPEEDS, THE STEERING IS EXTREMELY UNPREDICTABLE. AT LOWER SPEEDS, THE STEERING IS NOTCHY, YOU CAN'T SEEM TO FIND "CENTER" AND CONSTANTLY HAVE TO ADJUST THE STEERING WHEEL TO REMAIN STRAIGHT ON THE ROAD. THIS HAPPENS WHILE MOVING, ON CITY STREETS AND HIGHWAYS.
I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE (19N4) AND AS A FIRST STEP I'M ADVISED TO HAVE AN AUDI DEALER DISCONNECT THE COOLANT PUMP IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID A FIRE. I LIVE 5 HOURS FROM THE NEAREST AUDI DEALERSHIP BUT HAVE A LOCAL SHOP THAT WORKS ON GERMAN MADE CARS INCLUDING THE AUDI. HOWEVER, AUDI REFUSES TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONS TO THE LOCAL SHOP TO DISCONNECT THE COOLANT PUMP AND AVOID A FIRE. HOWEVER, WHEN I C...
MY CAR WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON OCTOBER 11, 2018 IN BALTIMORE CITY. ANOTHER CAR MADE AN ILLEGAL LEFT TURN IN FRONT OF ME WHEN I HAD THE GREEN LIGHT AND MY CAR HIT THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE OTHER CAR. I WAS GOING AT LEAST 30 MILES/HR AND HAD NO OPPORTUNITY TO BRAKE OR SWERVE. MY CAR WAS DISABLED, THERE WAS ENGINE OIL LEAKING AND THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED. NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED DURING ...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) AND STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER (UNKNOWN DEALER INFORMATION) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE ...
I HAVE YET TO RECEIVE A REMEDY TO FIX MY VEHICLE WHICH I AM TOLD CAN CATCH FIRE. THE RECALL IS 19N4, CAN YOU PLEASE FOLLOW UP ON THIS AND LET ME KNOW IF THERE IS A REMEDY.
I JUST BOUGHT THE CAR FROM LEASING IT IN MAY 2018.THEY DID A INSPECTION AT AUDI AND ABOUT 3 WEEKS LATER THE ENGINE GOT STUCK AND CAR SMOKED FROM HOOD.THESE A4 HAVE EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION WHICH CAN DAMAGE ENGINE.BUT AUDI SELLS VEHICLES WITH FAULTY ENGINES AND SAYS ITS NORMAL......BUT NO IT IS NOT.THEY SELL UNSUSPECTING CONSUMERS VEHICLES WITH FAULTY ENGINES....I GOT STRANDED ON HIGHWAY IN HEAVIL...
TAKATA RECALL OR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 14V66700 I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT JULY 13 2018. MY CAR'S AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, 3 OTHER CARS INVOLVED IN THE ACCIDENT AIRBAGS DID DEPLOY. FIREMAN AT THE SCENE TOLD ME "THERE IS A RECALL ON YOUR CAR, DID YOU KNOW?" MY MARKET VALUATION REPORT AS MY CAR WAS TOTALED, STATES THERE IS A RECALL ON THIS CAR. IT STATES DUE TO AN IMPROPER ALGORITHM IN THE AIRBAG CONTROL M...
I RECEIVED A RECALL FOR MY 2015 AUDI A4 BUT THERE IS NO REMEDY CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TO FIX IT. I AM DOING A PCS TO ROTA, SPAIN AUGUST 28, 2018 AND HAVE PLANNED ON SHIPPING MY CAR AS WELL. WITH A CURRENT RECALL ON MY VEHICLE, I AM UNSURE THE NEXT STEPS.
SAFETY RECALL 19N4 AUDI RECOMMENDS PARKING CAR OUTDOORS DUE TO FIRE HAZARD. OUR CONDO'S PARKING IS INSIDE THE BUILDING THAT HOUSES BOTH RESIDENTS AND HOTEL QUESTS, WITH NO OUTSIDE PARKING AVAILABLE. THEY DO NOT HAVE A REPAIR THAT WOULD ALLEVIATE THE SAFETY ISSUE. THEY CLAIM "AT THIS TIMEIT IS NOT POSSIBLE" FOR THEM TO TRADE THE VEHICLE BACK IN FOR US TO PURCHASE A NEW OR USED AUDI THAT WE COUL...
RECALL NHTSA: 18V229 SOUNDS CRITICAL AND UNSAFE. AUDI EVEN STATES IN LETTER DO NOT PARK IN GARAGE DUE TO LIABILITY. WILL NOT PAYOFF MY CAR IN ORDER TO OBTAIN A NEW ONE. TRIED TWO DEALERSHIPS AND ALL THEY CARE ABOUT IS MAKING A BUCK. SHOULD AT LEAST PROVIDE A RENTAL TILL REPAIRS ARE MADE OR PAY OFF MY CAR FOR TRADE IN WITH AUDI FINANCIAL.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED A LOCAL DEALER (AUDI SALT LAKE CITY, 999 SOUTH STATE STREET, SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84111) AND...
ENGINE
Showing 20 of 29 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Audi Allroad
Has the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD been recalled?
Yes, the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD has 1 recall on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD have?
The 2015 AUDI ALLROAD has 29 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 3 involved crashes. 4 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD?
The 2015 AUDI ALLROAD received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD involve steering (6 complaints), power train (5 complaints), engine (3 complaints). Other affected components include air bags, unknown or other, engine and engine cooling.
How many crash reports does the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD have?
There are 3 crash reports associated with the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD out of 29 total complaints (10.3% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD have?
There are no fire reports for the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD.
How many injuries are reported for the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD?
4 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2015 AUDI ALLROAD?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD is generally recommended. It has 29 complaints, 1 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD?
The components with the most failures on the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD are: 1. STEERING (6 complaints), 2. POWER TRAIN (5 complaints), 3. ENGINE (3 complaints), 4. AIR BAGS (3 complaints), 5. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints). STEERING is the single most-reported problem area with 6 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2015 AUDI ALLROAD?
Be cautious of steering issues, especially in cold weather, and ensure the vehicle is serviced regularly to address recalls. The 2015 AUDI ALLROAD has 29 NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD?
The 2015 AUDI ALLROAD receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 29 owner complaints, 1 recalls, and 3 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Air Bags and Electrical System and Engine.
What are the known issues with the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD?
Known issues with the 2015 AUDI ALLROAD include: Air Bags, Electrical System and Engine, Steering, Seat Belts. These are based on patterns found across 29 NHTSA complaints. 1 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2015 Audi Allroad?
Yes, there are recalls for air bags, electrical system and engine, steering, and seat belts.
What are the common issues with the steering?
Steering can develop resistance in cold weather and become unpredictable at high speeds.
Is there a risk of fire with the 2015 Audi Allroad?
Yes, there is a recall for an electric coolant pump that can overheat and potentially cause a fire.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of steering issues, especially in cold weather, and ensure the vehicle is serviced regularly to address recalls.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Audi Allroad
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Audi Allroad. The data includes 29 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 1 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 3 reported crashes, 4 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2015 Audi Allroad an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-13