NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Audi A4 Allroad Safety Ratings
The 2020 Audi A4 Allroad scores 97 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), 1 recall, and 154 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2020 Audi A4 Allroad achieved a perfect score in all crash-test categories assessed by NHTSA, a significant indicator of its protective capabilities. This strong performance, alongside a single recall campaign, underpins its NHTSA Safety Index of 97/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. Its record suggests a robust safety profile for those considering this model.
The 2020 Audi A4 Allroad received a NHTSA Safety Index of 97/100 and a 5-out-of-5 NHTSA side-impact star rating, according to NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 105 Sedans from 2020 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad ranks 7 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 97 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 0% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 154 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 7 of 105 Sedans tested for 2020 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad?
The 2020 Audi A4 Allroad posts a Safety Index of 97/100, a two-point dip from the 2019 model year's 99/100, yet both years sit firmly in the Exceptional band. The shift is narrow and traceable primarily through the defect-record sub-score, which lands at 18.5 out of 20 this year, reflecting the single tire-related recall campaign. The crash-protection sub-score holds at a perfect 70/70, anchored by the 5-star NHTSA side-impact result. Avoidance technology contributes 8.5 out of 10, with forward collision warning and electronic stability control standard on this trim but lane departure warning listed as optional, which accounts for the fractional deduction in that sub-category. The 154 reported complaints, led heavily by Electrical System allegations at 109 reports, are unverified but represent a data point used-market shoppers should note. Taken together, the 2020 year-specific profile is one of near-peak safety performance with a modest, well-defined softening versus its immediate predecessor.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad perform in crash tests?
The 2020 Audi A4 Allroad achieved the highest possible mark in side-impact protection, earning 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's NCAP program. However, a comprehensive safety assessment is hampered by the absence of ratings in the overall, frontal, and rollover categories, which NHTSA did not test for this model year. This leaves significant gaps in the available federal data for the vehicle's crashworthiness.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14768
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad have any recalls?
The 2020 Audi A4 Allroad carries one NHTSA recall campaign for this model year, issued by Volkswagen Group of America covering a tire-related defect across certain 2019-2021 Audi models. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the available recall data for this vehicle.
TIRES22V034000
Risk: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
Reported 2022-01-26
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad?
Owners have filed 154 unverified complaint allegations with NHTSA. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System, followed by Unknown Or Other issues, and Back Over Prevention systems. These are unverified consumer reports, not confirmed defects.
154 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad?
Any shopper considering this 6-year-old vehicle should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool to confirm whether the tire-related recall remedy has been completed. An open recall on a used vehicle transfers with ownership, and remedy status is the buyer's responsibility to verify before purchase.
- The 2020 model year scores 97/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, two points below the 2019 model year's 99/100, with the defect-record sub-score at 18.5/20 reflecting this year's one active recall campaign.
- NHTSA awarded this specific model year a 5-out-of-5 side-impact star rating, but overall, frontal, and rollover ratings were not conducted, leaving those categories without a score.
- The single recall for this model year targets a tire-related defect shared across certain 2019-2021 Audi models, issued by Volkswagen Group of America - used-market buyers should verify VIN-level remedy completion.
- Of the 154 unverified complaint allegations on file with NHTSA for this model year, 109 cite the Electrical System, making it the dominant reported concern by a wide margin over all other categories.
RANKINGSWhere the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad places
The 2020 Audi A4 Allroad qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2020 Audi A4 Allroad safety questions
Was the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 97 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad earned 5 out of 5 stars for side. Its measured rollover risk is 0%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 154 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Audi A4 Allroad. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other A4 Allroad years
Rivals in Sedan (2020)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Acura RLX | 99/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2020 Acura RLX Sport | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2020 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Infiniti Q50 | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Mazda Mazda3 | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2020 Nissan Maxima | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14768), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi A4 Allroad 2020.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 7 of 105 in the Sedan class for 2020.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.