Ignition Coils Failure problems of the 2002 Audi A4 - part 1

- the contact stated that there was a bad ignition coil in his 2002 Audi A4 causing the vehicle to vibrate violently resulting in his not being able to go over 20 mph without losing control of the vehicle. The contact has experienced this problem 4 times since 2003 and has either towed the vehicle into the dealer or has driven it to the dealer no faster then 20 mph. At the dealer they have replaced the ignition coils on the vehicle. The contact can provide copy of invoice repair if needed. The failure mileage was 40000 and the current was 70000 miles.

Failure of engine ignition coils ,causing vehicle to lose power, and creates surging and shaking of vehicle, making it unsafe to drive. Happened suddenly while driving. Dealer diagnosed as failure of 2 of 4 engine coils. These were previously replaced under recall. Contacted Audi, but did not receive satisfactory answer. They will not cover repair, and they claimed that it was not a part that required regular replacement and will not state what the life of the coils should be.

Ignition coil failure on my 2002 Audi A4 (21k miles). Per my dealer service advisor, car must be towed to a dealer. Lost several hours at work and was given substandard rental car, repair was not completed on the day estimated. Per Audi of America policy, only one coil is replaced, we will wait for another coil to prove faulty (which almost everyone assumes will happen, even dealer), I will have to wait at road side again, at which point Audi will replace all remaining coils. (hopefully--Audi's web site already has said all would be replaced when one fails, beginning in March, but apparently this is not the policy at my dealer. ) this has been happening to thousands of Audi customers.

The ignition coil went bad on the vehicle.

The ignition coil failed on the vehicle.

The ignition coils failed, which caused the vehicle to stall.

Ignition coil failure. Received letter from Audi on March 3, 2003 regarging recognized ignition coil failures. Audi indicated significant failures with ignition coils and promised that in the event of ignition coil failure all repairs would be free. On March 11, 2002, I went to dealer for a regularly scheduled maintenance at 11,000 miles. I asked the service representative to replace the defective coils even though I had yet to experience any trouble. I was informed that Audi would not replace the coils until actual vehicle failure. Approximately two weeks later, the coils failed and my car died on the road in zero degree weather. After a 90 minute wait, Audi roadside service arrived and took my car by flat-bed to dealer. I have been informed by the service representative that only the defective coils will be replaced. My vehicle has six coils. The service representative indicated that all coils will be replaced only when the car is in for a second coil failure. The service representative acknowledged that a second coil failure is guaranteed. The other complaints on this website appear to bear this out. The nhstb should demand an immediate recall of these defective ignition coils. Audi has been aware of this vehicle safety issue for months and appears to be quite content to let its customers continue to bear the risk of a catastrophic accident. I would like to know how many complaints of this nature must be written before the NHTSA takes action?.

Through articles in the boston (MA) globe newspaper 1/26 and 2/1 2003, I have become aware of a potential dangerous situation with my 2002 Audi A4 1. 8t automobile. It seems that the ignition coils are defective and Audi has not issued a recall to replace them.

First ignition coil pack failed on 3. 0 A4 avant, I was distressed to discover that this is a known fault that has happened to a large number of owners with no plans to replace more than the units that fail when the problem occurs. This is unacceptable for a $35,000 car that has less than 3000 miles on the clock, it does not make you feel very comfortable to know that it could happen at least another 5 times. The dealer was very efficient and courteous, but that does not cut it with such a fundamental problem that could strike at any time. With so many customer complaints, Audi should be forced to issue a recall notice.

Audi A4 (1. 8t) was "missing" on startup, shaking, severe loss of power. I tried driving to the dealership but had to turn around and park it at home, for safety. Was towed to the dealership, where I learned it was a failed ignition coil pack, and I soon learned I was in good company: technician there estimated there were at least 85 cars -- all 1. 8ts of Audi and vw -- in several nearby lots waiting for replacement ignition coils. German production was on 3 shifts to crank them out, worldwide. I enjoy this car but can no longer rely on it until all of the original ignition coils -- ending with an "-h" part-number suffix -- are replaced with the current, updated ones ending with a "-j. " I'm extremely disappointed (as are u. S. Audi dealers, I've since learned) that vw won't recall all 1. 8ts to replace the bad coils, which are destined to fail at some point. Unless there's a recall, I'll never buy another Audi or vw and warn as many people as I can to avoid them. This is shoddy customer care at best, and a disregard for my safety at worst.

While driving the engine misfired and decelerated. Consumer could not get car to travel over 40mph. Dealer diagnosed that the ignition coil failed. Informed consumer that manufacturer is aware of defect but will not replace component until fails. Ph.

Consumer stated the ignition coil constantly failed while driving, which resulted in no acceleration beyond 2nd gear. Problem has occurred 3 times within last 3 months.

2002 Audi A4 1. 8 t: experienced three ignition coil failures within the past 20 days. When failure occurs the vehicle cannot be driven and requires towing on a flat bed trailer. Personal experience and internet research, see Audiworld. Com A4 (b6) forum and search "coil pack" , indicates a virtual certainty that the coil pack will fail, yet Audi will not replace/recall until failure has occurred. This will leave the vehicle and motorist stranded on the road side until towed. Present winter conditions of 20 degrees f with snow poses an unnecessary risk. An immediate recall is necessary to replace defective coil packs before failure on the highway.

I am one of the many Audi owners that have experienced a problem relating to the ignition coils of my 2002 A4 quattro. Like other drivers, I was operating my vehicle on an interstate highway when my engine began to loose power, while simultaneously the entire care began vibrating vigorously. After one flatbed trip to the local dealer, and I was informed of a malfunction of one of the four ignition coils on my car with a total of 12,000 miles of use. This problem was not nearly as aggrivating as the information which I have learned from the service tech at two separate dealerships and 3 Audi enthusiast websites: this is a problem well-known to Audi, this is a problem that has been occurring with frequency for about a year, this is a problem that Audi has yet to sucessfully solve. I have been told by my dealer that after replacing just one of the four coils per warranty agreement, with a coil identical to the one that has failed (a replacement is not ready/available) that I am left to operate my vehicle with the full prospect of future failure from the other three coils that Audi refuses to replace. This solution strickes me as illogical, unsafe and unfair to the consumer. Audi has certainly prided itself as a manufacturer of premium automobiles. The decision to provide consumers such as myself with minimal service solutions, as well as a fundamental lack of information in regards to this apparently widespread problem is contradictory to this firm's intentions of acquiring, retaining and satisfying customers.

Car engine was misfiring while check engine light flashed. There was a severe lack of power. Dealer diagnosed problem to be faulty ignition coil pack.

Vehicle suddenly lost power while driving due to a defective ignition coil pack. The problem is widespread with this vechicle (Audi A4) and is happening to many owners across the country. The manufacturer, Audi, is aware of the defect and the fact that failures are occurring in a very high percentage of its cars, but has not issued a recall. Instead it is replacing the defective part only after it fails. More importantly, it is not replacing the other defective coil packs in the cars that have not yet failed, thereby leaving them vulnerable to future failures. The cars should be recalled so that all coil packs are repalced. This is a public safety issue.

Ignition coil pack failure - check engine light came on - car began to shake and lack of power - had to be flatbed trucked into dealer - without car 3 days now . Dealer states Audi only to replace the defective coil " with new improved coil " what about other 3 ignition coil packs on this engine ? waiting for next foot to drop !.

Failed ignition coil pack on 2002 Audi A4. 3. 0 engine leaving the car inoperable. From what I understand, this is a worldwide major failure mode with vw/Audi only replacing the failed coil pack, the other coil packs will fail in time. Some owners have had up to 5 coil packs fail at various times leaving them and their families stranded in undesirable conditions and places. Many people don't carry cell phones enhancing the problems. A total recall is mandatory in this case, it's not going to get better! ts.

2nd ignition coil pack failed. Dealer says part may take up to 45 days to replace.

Ignition coil failure while driving resulting in a shaky vehicle, loss of power and a red-hot glowing catalytic converter. Audi is refusing to replace defective coils until each one fails. Audi even refuses to replace the defective coils at the customerã‚s expense.

Ignition coil failure while driving resulting in a shaky vehicle, loss of power and a red hot glowing catalytic converter. Audi is refusing to replace defective coils until each one fails. Audi even refuses to replace the defective coils at the customers expense.

Consumer stated that ignition coil failed while driving, which cause the vehicle to stall on the parkway. Consumer feels the vehicle is dangerous. Manufacturer aware of defective part. Consumer made numerous attempts with dealership however ignition coil packs were not available. Ts.

Today was the second failure of the ignition coils, first occured 7/25/02 w/10500 miles on the car, ignition coils 1 & 4 were replaced. Unknown which coils have failed this time. It's thanksgiving day, won't know until tomorrow how many coils have failed. In August I reported the car running rough and wanted the coils checked, dealer stated that without a check engine light or hard failure there was nothing they could do. Today is the second failure in 5 months and I haven't had the car a full year yet. These failures are a safety hazard, I was fortunate to be close to home and driving at a slow speed when each occurred. During today's failure the car could barely go 10mph to get me home. This appears to be a very well known problem with the Audi 2002 1. 8t. Dt.

Apparently Audi has experienced many failures of the ignition coil pack. We have two 2002 A4's in the household and both have experienced this failure. Audi will only replace the failed unit. Dt.

Ignition coil #1 failed, causing drastic loss of power on highway. Was at risk of being hit by faster moving cars. Luckily was near exit and managed to avoid any incidents. Dt.

While driving the vehicle hesitates, shakes excessively and will not accelerate. The dealer and manufacturer admit that the ignition coil is defective, but will not replace it until the component fails. The coil has been replaced twice.

This is a more common issue then Audi will admit, many people have had this problem and Audi still wont replace all 6 ignition coils (they replace them on a as needed basis).

Ignition coil failed on highway. Car "shook" violently until stopped in parking lot. Once car was off the road, the coil housing caught fire. The fire ultimately burned itself out, and the car was towed to the local dealership for repair. The dealership notified Audi USA of the defect and recommended vehicle replacement. Audi USA elected to repair car under warranty. Multiple failures have occurred since (see list). Ts.

Consumer states that the ignition coil failed, causing engine to stall.

Electrical system: ignition - two ignition coils failed and had to be replaced. Was on freeway in fast traffic when coil failed. Car slowed down abruptly and two cars behind had to swerve to avoid collision. Ts.

Consumer states that the ignition coil is defective on the vehicle. This causes the vehicle to lose engine power and the engine light will come on. Consumer stated that the manufacturer replaced the ignition coil, but the ignition fails repeatedly.

The ignition coil wire has gone bad causing vehicle to start but then to shut off. Dealership notified. Please provide additional information. Mr.

Left stranded by ignition coil failure on 2002 Audi A4 1. 8t - this is the second time stranded by this failure.

Engine coil failed on 2002 A4 1. 8t at 10,600 miles. Per Audi, replacement part is on national backorder for approximately 2 weeks. Indicates that this is a more widespread problem than Audi is admitting. When coil fails, car becomes unsafe and undrivable; engine barely has any power. Huge safety issue for driver and other cars on the road should the coil fail while car is in use. Audi is not proactively replacing all ignition coils when a vehicle presents with one failed coil. Audi would not provide price quote to me for replacing remaining coils in the vehicle at my expense (also, they have no available parts to do this, advising that they only have supply to replace failed coils). I do not believe this car is safe to drive until all coils are replaced. Please demand that Audi research this problem and initiate a recall to repair all impacted vehicles. Dealer advises that they are seeing increase in number of vehicles presenting with failed coils.

Ignition coil failure.