2016 Audi ALL: common problems
The maker issued 36 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 36
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc
- Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
- Apple car play function
- New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
- This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing…
- This technical service bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing the clutch plate
- This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel
- This technical service bulletin informs the reader that damage to the appearance of the leather steering…
This technical service bulletin informs the reader that damage to the appearance of the leather steering wheel caused by outside influence is not covered under warranty.
- This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all 079-115-175-F oil strainers and order 079-115-175-G…
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all 079-115-175-F oil strainers and order 079-115-175-G oil strainer going forward..
- Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians…
Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and…
- This bulletin contains a cleaning procedure from leftover residue from suction cups or labels
NHTSA lists 36 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Audi ALL?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 36 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2016 Audi ALL?
NHTSA lists 36 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2016 Audi ALL from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2016 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.