2001 Audi Allroad: problems, recalls and reliability
3 recalls and 17 owner complaints on record; most reports concern power train; the 2002 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Apr 2008
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 audi allroad. When filling the fuel tank, the contact noticed that the tank leaked fuel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 08v157000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,800.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Jan 2016
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 audi allroad. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and it was determined that the reinforcement nipple to the rollover on the fuel tank failed. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 08v157000 (fuel system) and would not be repaired under the recall. The failure mileage was unknown.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · May 2015
“Trouble occurred with both driver and passenger windows, but at different times. Passenger window was still under warranty at the time. Window would not close properly and then would spontaneously open. Attempts to close it entirely were often not successful. Motor was replaced on both windows-one under warranty, the other not. A second occurrence with driver window required another costly repair, although the cause was different. This happens also currently with rear passenger window when it is cold. I have had nothing but mechanical issues with this vehicle. *tr”Owner report · Visibility · Sep 2008
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“I have replaced both catalytic converters on the 2001 audi allroad. The right one at 42k miles and the left one at 62k miles. The right catalytic converter has failed again at 115k. The dealer refuses to extend any warranty for the part. The dealer states that the original part is warranted for 80k miles, but the replacement part only for 12k miles or 12 months. There must be something wrong with the car or the equipment. Audi should warranty a required federal emissions part much longer than just 12 months. *tr”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2007
“Dt:the vehicle has developed a cam shaft gasket leak at only 60,000 miles. Also, one of the cv axles cracked. There where no problems with the vehicle prior to the dealership finding these problems. The dealership described to the contact that this problem with the cam shaft gasket could cause a major oil leak. If this were to occur the engine could seize because of loss of oil. The vehicle has not currently been repaired because of the cost.*ak”Owner report · Power Train · Oct 2005
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 audi allroad quattro. While driving approximately 30 mph, the front driver side air suspension system failed without warning causing the vehicle to collapse. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to an authorized dealer where they informed him that there was a leak in the air suspension air bag. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the front driver and passenger side air bag suspension were previously replaced in 2005 and 2006. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.”Owner report · Suspension · Aug 2005
“Owner complained about a transmission problem. Owner was driving the vehicle and when changing gears the vehicle would not go into drive. It was stuck in reverse. Owner took the vehicle to the dealer, and was told that it was a sealed unit, and there was no way they could repair the defect. Manufacturer sent a regional representative, who offered to absorb 75% of the repair cost. *ak *nm”Owner report · Power Train · Feb 2005
“This car hesitates upon acceleration, requiring me to re-apply the throttle in order have "normal accleration." I have complained to the dealership for over 1 year about this problem. I am afraid to drive the vehicle due to my being handicapped; if I get hit, I may die due to my spinal cord disease. *ak”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Apr 2004
“Failure of fuel gauge left me, me wife and two children on the side of the interstate in atlanta, ga. Fuel level sending unit was replaced in recall notice in dec, 2001. The replacement part failed.*ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Other · Mar 2004
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 3 campaigns
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, IF A DRIVER'S KNEES PUSH AGAINST THE KNEE BOLSTER (CRASH ELEMENT) LOCATED UNDER THE DASHBOARD, IT CAN CONTACT THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WIRING HARNESS, AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVERING ON THE KNEE BOLSTER (CRASH ELEMENT). IN ADDITION, THE WIRING HARNESS AS WELL AS THE FELT PROTECTOR ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DASHBOARD CARRIER WILL BE CHECKED, AND REPLACED IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 26, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HALOGEN LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS, CERTAIN CONNECTOR PINS IN THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH CONNECTOR COME INTO CONTACT WITH EACH OTHER CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT. NOTE: VEHICLES WITH XENON LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE NOT AFFECTED BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT IN THESE VEHICLES CONTAINS A FUSE, WHICH PRECLUDES EXCESSIVE CURRENT FLOW IN THE CASE OF A SHORT CIRCUIT. AUDI S6 AND S6 AVANT VEHICLES ARE ALL EQUIPPED WITH XENON LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS AND, THEREFORE, ARE NOT LONGER AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REROUTE THE WIRING HARNESS BY INSTALLING A JUMPER WIRING HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 68,240 MY 2001-2004 AUDI A6 QUATTRO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7L, 2.8L, OR 3.0L ENGINES AND MY 2001-2005 ALLROAD QUATTRO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7L OR 4.2L ENGINES. THE AGING OF THE PLASTIC MATERIAL IN THE FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE COMBINED WITH BENDING STRESS FROM THE ALUMINUM VENTILATION LINE TO THE ROLLOVER VALVE NIPPLE MAY LEAD TO CRACKING OF THE NIPPLE. IF THIS HAPPENS, A FUEL LEAK MAY RESULT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REINFORCE THE NIPPLE ON THE ROLLOVER VALVE TO PREVENT LEAKAGE OR REPAIR THE CRACKING AT THE NIPPLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 27, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2001 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
How other years compare
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Is the 2001 Audi Allroad reliable?
NHTSA has 17 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 2001 Audi Allroad. The most complained-about area is power train.
Does the 2001 Audi Allroad have open recalls?
3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning electrical system. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.