NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Audi A4 Safety Ratings
The 2022 Audi A4 scores 92 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 3 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
A five-star overall NHTSA rating and a full avoidance technology score anchor the 2022 Audi A4's strong federal safety profile. This model year earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 92/100, placing it in the Exceptional band.
The 2022 Audi A4 Sedan AWD received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 92/100 based on NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Audi A4 ranks 27 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 92 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.9% |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 27 of 90 Sedans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Audi A4?
The 2022 Audi A4 marks a meaningful step forward in the NHTSA Safety Index, climbing three points to 92/100 in the Exceptional band from the 2021 model year's 89/100 in the Strong band. That band crossing is not cosmetic: it reflects a defect record sub-score of 17/20 and a perfect avoidance-tech score of 10/10, both of which anchor the index above the prior year's ceiling. The crash protection component contributes 65 of a possible 70 points, consistent with NHTSA's five-star overall result and the near-sweep of top marks across side and rollover categories. The three recall campaigns are the primary factor holding the defect score short of a perfect 20, and they are substantive: an engine control module semiconductor concern, a rearview camera failure affecting back-over prevention, and an infotainment monitor issue span safety-critical and driver-assistance systems. The complete absence of owner complaints on file with NHTSA is notable for a model year now circulating on the used market, though it does not reduce the obligation to verify recall remedy status by VIN before purchase.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Audi A4 perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Audi A4 earned an overall five-star safety rating from NHTSA. Its side impact and rollover protection each achieved the top rating of five stars. The rollover risk is assessed at a low 10 percent, with no dynamic tip recorded during testing. Frontal crash protection received four out of five stars, the sole category not to reach the maximum rating.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16542
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Audi A4 have any recalls?
Three recall campaigns cover the 2022 A4. One addresses a semiconductor issue in the engine control module. A second targets the rearview camera sensing system, which affects back-over prevention. A third covers the infotainment touchscreen unit. None of the three campaigns carry a park-outside or do-not-drive directive based on available NHTSA data.
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT22V806000
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
Reported 2022-10-26
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)22V368000
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24iH.
Reported 2022-05-23
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA21V825000
Risk: A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.
Reported 2021-10-20
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Audi A4?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2022 Audi A4. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been alleged in consumer reports filed with the agency. There are no top complaint components to cite. All NHTSA complaint data represents unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Audi A4?
Prior to purchase, shoppers considering a used 2022 A4 must confirm that all three recall campaigns have been remedied by running the vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool. An open recall on a used vehicle is the buyer's responsibility to resolve. These campaigns address the engine control module, rearview camera, and infotainment screen.
- The 2022 A4 crossed from the Strong band into the Exceptional band of the NHTSA Safety Index, a three-point gain over the 2021 model year's 89/100 score.
- NHTSA's frontal crash rating for this model year is four out of five stars, the single category below the top mark in an otherwise five-star sweep across overall, side, and rollover ratings.
- Three active recall campaigns from this model year target the engine control module semiconductor, the rearview camera back-over sensing system, and the infotainment touchscreen unit, all of which should be verified as completed on any specific used example.
- Zero owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2022 A4, meaning no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been alleged in consumer reports to the agency for this model year.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Audi A4 places
The 2022 Audi A4 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Audi A4 safety questions
Was the 2022 Audi A4 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Audi A4, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 92 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 2022 Audi A4 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Audi A4 earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Audi A4 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Audi A4. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Audi A4?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Audi A4. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other A4 years
Rivals in Sedan (2022)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16542), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi A4 2022.
- 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 27 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2022.
- 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.