NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Audi A4 Safety Record
The 2019 Audi A4 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 5 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 Audi A4 has not undergone federal crash testing, leaving it without star ratings from the NHTSA program. Consequently, a Safety Index score cannot be computed for this model year. The available record presents a narrow but not alarming picture, with one recall campaign and five owner-reported complaints on file. This absence of crash-test data for the 2019 A4 does not indicate safety or lack thereof, but rather a lack of federal assessment for this specific model year.
The 2019 Audi A4 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign and a Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 5 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Audi A4?
The 2019 Audi A4 lacks comprehensive crash-test data from NHTSA; no federal star ratings or Safety Index score have been assigned for this model year. Shoppers seeking such data for the A4 will need to consult the 2022 through 2025 generations, which do carry Safety Index scores ranging from 92 to 95. However, those results are specific to their respective model years and cannot be applied to the 2019 A4. The 2019 A4 registers in the Light burden band, indicating a low volume of recalls and complaints relative to the broader vehicle population. Its federal safety record consists of one recall related to the seat system and five unverified owner complaints. Two of these complaints specifically allege issues with the Forward Collision Avoidance system, a primary active-safety feature. While these allegations are notable, five total complaints across all categories represent a thin dataset, insufficient for drawing broad conclusions about the vehicle's overall safety performance.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Audi A4 have any recalls?
The 2019 Audi A4 is covered by one recall campaign targeting seats, issued by Volkswagen Group of America under the Audi brand. The campaign spans multiple model years and body styles including the A4 Sedan. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive directive tied to this recall in the data on file. Owners should confirm current open-recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov, as remedy completion status varies by individual vehicle.
SEATS21V874000
Risk: A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: 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 Recall 19V-547 (74D9). Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-547 will need to return for the new remedy.
Reported 2021-11-10
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Audi A4?
Five owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Audi A4. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The top components cited are the Electrical System and Forward Collision Avoidance, each drawing two alleged reports, followed by single allegations touching the Fuel/Propulsion System, Engine, Air Bags, and an Unknown or Other category. One complaint alleged an injury. No crashes or fires were reported.
5 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Audi A4?
A critical safety alert for the 2019 Audi A4 involves a seat belt recall. Owners should verify via nhtsa.gov that any specific unit has had this recall remedied. While sellers must disclose unresolved recalls, buyers should independently confirm the status of this important safety repair.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2019 Audi A4, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- One recall campaign is on record for the 2019 A4, targeting the seat system across a multi-year Volkswagen Group of America action. Remedy completion varies by individual vehicle and must be confirmed by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- Five unverified owner complaints are on file, with the Electrical System and Forward Collision Avoidance each cited in two separate allegations. One complaint included an alleged injury.
- Tested model years of the A4 from 2022 through 2025 have received Safety Index scores between 92 and 95 in NHTSA's program, but those results apply only to their respective model years and cannot be applied to the 2019.
FAQ2019 Audi A4 safety questions
Was the 2019 Audi A4 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 5 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Audi A4 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2019 Audi A4. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Audi A4?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 5 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Audi A4. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi A4 2019.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- 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.