Ignition Coils Failure problems of the 2003 Audi A4

Failure of ignition coils on Audi A4 1. 8 turbo engine.

1. Normal driving in suburban conditions - approximate speed between 20mi/hr - 30mi/hr 2. Sudden loss of engine power and subsequently engine runs rough 3. Ignition coils replaced by Audi dealer.

Purchased vehicle April 2009 (carfax was clean) replaced ignition coil 2x by September 2009 replaced clutch, rack and pinion, and computer module in oct 2009 currently catalytic converter is malfunctioning I have not been able to drive this vehicle in a consistent operating condition for more than 2 weeks at a time. I have spent almost $5,000 in car repairs to date.

I own a 2003 Audi A4 1. 8 . I was driving my car and pulled into a parking space while adjusting my car to the space, the engine cut off and when I turned the key to restart the engine nothing happened. I had the car towed to the dealer only to be told it was the fuel pump. When I was told this I immediately went online to research what could cause this only to discover that there was a recall on the fuel pump. I called the number given for the recall only to be told that my car was not one on the recall list. I then went on line to consumer affairs to see if there was any complaints about this problem only to find that there were several with fuel pump complaints and was given the same reason. The car could have cut off in traffic or while I was driving if I did not pull into a parking space, creating a safety hazard or causing an accident. I believe this is unfair to sell defective parts, have a recall and refuse to acknowledge the problem exists in other models other than what they have listed. That repair costs me $768. 00, I should and so should the other complainants be reimbursed for this defect by Audi. , why does someone have to die or be seriously injured before these manufacturers acknowledge defects. Same problem with the ignition coils, I repaired the first ignition coil, then the second one went bad, it was recommended that I change all, pulled up this info on consumer affairs, again there was a defect with this part. Consumers are being ripped off and no one seems to care.

On three separate occasions my 2003 A4 (1. 8t) started shaking violently as I accelerated from a complete stop. Every time it happened the check engine light came on, the car lost most all of its power and was difficult to steer, and wouldn't get above 15 mph. And every time it happened I was stranded in the middle of traffic, having to coax the car over to the side of the road and out of harm's way. The car was towed each time to the dealership where I was told that an ignition coil (or two) had blown. All 4 coil packs had to be replaced within a year at a cost of over $900. Audi knows they produced cars with faulty ignition coils in A4 cars equipped with 1. 8 liter engines in the 2001, 2002, and early production 2003 model years. In February 2003 they announced that they would replace these coils free of charge to the vehicle owners. Although my car is an early production 2003 model, Audi USA told me that my car was produced very soon after the range of cars covered in the replacement. Meaning that I was responsible for the cost of all repairs. I do not believe Audi is certain their replacement action covered all defective coils, especially as my car was produced in the same time frame as those that were part of the replacement. Faulty ignition coils exist in a far greater number of cars than what Audi recognizes and covers in their 2003 replacement action.

While driving, engine lost power, was able to get the vehicle into a parking lot and had it towed to mechanic. Ignition coil in cylinder #2 failed and had to be replaced.

Ignition coils have gone out 2 times already. First incident happened on may 29,2007, second happened in August of 2007.

The car (an Audi A4) started shaking and could not be driven over 40 miles per hour. It had to be pulled over to the side of the road and be towed to a dealer to replace 2 spark plug ignition coils. 4 spark plug ignition coils have failed during the past year. The most recent occurrence is listed below.

2003 Audi A4 with defective fuel pump. Consumer states that manufacturer told her that her vehicle was not affected because her VIN was not included in the recall. She stated her vehicle was manufactured within the designated time. The consumer had other mechanical problems with the vehicle such faulty ignition coils, transmission and a radiator replacement. The battery was replaced due to the vehicle not starting, the valve and cam seals were leaking oil. The vehicle also had an oil sludge problem. The consumer was unable to lock and unlock the doors at times. The dealer replaced a loose connection.

The contact states while driving at 10-15 mph the engine began to stall, followed by the check engine light. There had been no prior incidents. The vehicle would not accelerate beyond 20 mph. There was the distinct odor of something burning coming from the engine compartment but no smoke. He pulled over to inspect the vehicle. He could not determine the problem and the vehicle towed to a dealer. The dealer said there was a faulty ignition coil in cylinder three. This was replaced under warranty. The same symptoms later returned at a speed of 55 mph. There was a significant loss of power and he immediately pulled over. The vehicle was towed back to the dealership. The dealer replaced the ignition coil in cylinder one. He offered no explanation of this ongoing problem. Updated 01/19/06.