Model year guide

2018 Audi allroad

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Audi allroad is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2018 Audi allroad — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Audi allroad at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints1
Combined25 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2018 Audi allroad recalls 1

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #19V547000 · manufacturer #74D9 · 24/07/2019

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.

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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2018 Audi allroad common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2018 Audi allroad MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,300
EPA size classSmall Station Wagons
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume90 cu ft
Cargo volume28 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Audi allroad costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,500
Fuel only$16,500
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 252

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 252.

This bulletin provides information when the headlights do not turn off during daylight hours.

Bulletin A9424792063739_2 · Exterior Lighting · Apr 2024

This bulletin provides information for when there is a warning, warning jolt and/or brake engagement with Audi pre sense.

Bulletin A9023532058077_8 · Service Brakes, Back Over Prevention · Nov 2023

This bulletin provides details on the VIN-4-PIN program.

Bulletin A0023752066297_3 · Equipment · Oct 2023

This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.

Bulletin A0023742052680_4 · Equipment · Oct 2023

This bulletin provides directions when the customer describes a problem with the HVAC system DTCs B11AF07 and/or B109207 could be logged as sporadic or static.

Bulletin A8723372055257_6 · Visibility · Jan 2023

This bulletin contains instructions for when the zirconium inserts found to be not firmly attached during service work.

Bulletin A4623402069078_1 · Equipment · Jan 2023

SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES

Bulletin DC_RECALLS · Equipment · Dec 2022

This bulletin contains repair instructions for noises when in reverse or vibrations/humming/droning or rubbing when fully turning the wheel.

Bulletin A3922492059057_5 · Wheels · Nov 2022

This bulletin contains repair instructions for DTC B200FF0.

Bulletin A4322632051336_6 · Suspension, Electrical System · Jun 2022

This bulletin describes a reporting program for Audi certified technicians.

Bulletin A0022562066297_1 · Equipment · Jun 2022

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the ALLROAD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Audi allroad

The Audi allroad quattro began in 1999 as a semi-offroad version of the Audi A6 Avant. Since 2009, Audi has also offered the "Audi A4 allroad quattro", based on the mainstream Audi A4 Avant (wagon). Audi accordingly retitled subsequent generations of the larger allroad, as released in 2006, 2012 and 2019. as "Audi A6 allroad quattro".

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2018 Audi allroad trims & engines on record

Trims
Premuim Plus
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 252 hp

2018 Audi allroad vehicles on record

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2018 Audi allroad — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Audi allroad have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2018 Audi allroad. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Audi allroad?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Audi allroad get?

The 2018 Audi allroad has a U.S. EPA estimate of 25 mpg combined (22 city / 30 highway).

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