Model year guide

2017 Audi A4

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Audi A4 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 33 on record.

2017 Audi A4 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Audi A4 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints81
Combined28 mpg
Typical price$24,093

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2017 Audi A4 recalls 1

Seats NHTSA Campaign #21V874000 · 10/11/2021

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2017-2020 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe, 2019 RS5 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, and Audi S5 Sportback vehicles. The cable connecting the seat heater to the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) may have a contact fault, causing the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and di…

Fix: Dealers will replace the connecting cable and either the heating mat or entire seat cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 74E3. This recall is an expansion of Re…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2017 Audi A4 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 81 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2017 Audi A4 MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway33 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,700

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2017 Audi A4 worth?

Low
$19,400
Typical price
$24,093
High
$29,993

From 25 comparable 2017 Audi A4 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Audi A4 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,100
Total$17,600
Per mile$0.23

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($24,093) with the same model 5 model-years older ($19,989), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Audi A4 trims & engines on record

Trims
quattro Premium Plus · Premium, Ultra Premium · quattro Premium · Premium Plus, Ultra Premium Plus · quattro Prestige · quattro Progressiv
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 252 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 190 hp

2017 Audi A4 vehicles on record

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Other Audi A4 model years

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2017 Audi A4 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Audi A4 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2017 Audi A4. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Audi A4?

Based on 81 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, fuel/propulsion system, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Audi A4 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Audi A4 at about 28 mpg combined (25 city / 33 highway).

How much is a 2017 Audi A4 worth?

Comparable 2017 Audi A4 listings run roughly $19,400–$29,993, typically around $24,093 (from 25 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.