2005 AUDI S4
2 recalls, 54 complaints - 252 TSBs
18V427000 Jun 22, 2018
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2005-2008 Audi A4 Sedan, A4 Avant, S4 Avant and S4 Sedan, 2007-2008 RS4 Sedan, 2004 RS4 Cabriolet, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2005-2011 A6 Sedan, 2006-2011 A6 Avant, and 2007-2011 S6 Sedan vehicles. These vehicles are... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag with an alternate remedy part, free of charge. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69R7. Note: This recall supersedes re... Read more
17V032000 Jan 11, 2017
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, N... Read more
Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall number 18V427.
Complaint Statistics
54 total complaints
4 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 29 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 1 |
| VISIBILITY | 1 |
AIR BAGS
Apr 26, 2018
Incident date: May 27, 2016
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 AUDI S4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EXTERIOR HEADLAMPS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V382000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Apr 26, 2018
Incident date: May 27, 2016
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 AUDI S4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EXTERIOR HEADLAMPS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V382000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Apr 18, 2018
Incident date: Apr 17, 2018
TAKATA RECALL. I RECEIVED TWO LETTERS FROM AUDI IN MARCH 2017 AND RECENTLY A THIRD LETTER IN MARCH 2018 INFORMING ME OF THE PASSENGER FRONTAL AIRBAG INFLATOR PROBLEM. THE MOST RECENT LETTER STATES THAT IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE AND THE AIRBAG COULD EXPLODE CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I CALLED AU... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 10, 2017
Incident date: Nov 9, 2017
TAKATA RECALL 1. THE LEFT HEADLIGHT FLICKERS. 2. IT THEN TURNS ITSELF OFF 3. THE MESSAGE "LEFT DIPPED HEADLIGHT" APPEARS 4. THIS HAPPENS WHILE MY VEHICLE IS PARKED AND IN MOTION SO IT IS A VERY SERIOUS SAFETY RISK. I HAVE HAD BOTH HEADLIGHTS GO OUT AT NIGHT WHILE DRIVING WITH MY 2 YEAR OLD IN T... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 9, 2017
Incident date: Nov 9, 2017
THE COMPLAINT IS ABOUT THE MOTORS LOSING OIL EVERY 1000 MILES A 1QT IS NEED EACH TIME. THE ENGINE IS CAUSED AND BURNS OIL FAST TO THE MOTOR TO LOSE OIL MORE RAPIDLY. NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. MY MOTOR IS LOSING OIL! AND SO DO OTHER MODELS HAVENING THIS PROBLEMS ISNT GOOD.
STEERING
Sep 14, 2017
Incident date: Sep 13, 2017
I WAS ON MY WAY TO SUBSTITUTE TEACH AT AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN SANTA CRUZ, CA AND SO WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF A LOT OF EARLY TRAFFIC AT A LEFT TURN SIGNAL WHEN I HEARD A VERY STRANGE RUMBLE. I THOUGHT IT WAS ANOTHER CAR AS MY CAR HAD JUST BEEN IN FOR A 95,000 MILE SERVICE A FEW WEEKS EARLIER. HOWEVER, P... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 25, 2016
Incident date: Oct 29, 2007
MY DRIVER'S SIDE HEADLIGHT FREQUENTLY GOES OUT WITH THE MESSAGE, "LEFT DIPPED HEADLIGHT." IF I TURN THE LIGHTS OFF AND BACK ON SOMETIMES THE LIGHT COMES BACK ON, SOMETIMES NOT.
SEATS
Nov 23, 2015
Incident date: Oct 31, 2015
HEATED SEAT ELEMENT BURNED OR MELTED THE SEAT WHILE THE CAR WAS OFF OVERNIGHT. PASSENGER SEAT LEATHER IS NOW SEPARATED, SHRIVELED (HARD AS A ROCK) AND WOULD HAVE BURNED THE PASSENGER IF THEY HAD BEEN IN THE SEAT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 23, 2015
Incident date: Oct 31, 2015
HEATED SEAT ELEMENT BURNED OR MELTED THE SEAT WHILE THE CAR WAS OFF OVERNIGHT. PASSENGER SEAT LEATHER IS NOW SEPARATED, SHRIVELED (HARD AS A ROCK) AND WOULD HAVE BURNED THE PASSENGER IF THEY HAD BEEN IN THE SEAT.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 16, 2015
Incident date: Feb 16, 2015
DRIVER HEADLIGHT DIPPED INFO ON DASH. HEADLIGHT TURNS OFF OR FLICKERS TILL IT TURNS OFF AND MUST TURN ALL LIGHTS OFF ON THE CAR WHILE DRIVING AND RESET LIGHTS TO ACTIVATE HEADLIGHT BACK ON. SOMETIMES THIS DOES NOT WORK AND FORCED TO DRIVE WITH ONE HEADLIGHT WITH IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS CONDITION, POL... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Feb 16, 2015
Incident date: Feb 16, 2015
DRIVER HEADLIGHT DIPPED INFO ON DASH. HEADLIGHT TURNS OFF OR FLICKERS TILL IT TURNS OFF AND MUST TURN ALL LIGHTS OFF ON THE CAR WHILE DRIVING AND RESET LIGHTS TO ACTIVATE HEADLIGHT BACK ON. SOMETIMES THIS DOES NOT WORK AND FORCED TO DRIVE WITH ONE HEADLIGHT WITH IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS CONDITION, POL... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 21, 2014
Incident date: Feb 10, 2014
AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY MY HEADLIGHT WENT OUT WITH AND THE MESSAGE, "RIGHT DIPPED HEADLIGHT" CAME ON. WHEN THIS HAPPEN I STOPPED TO FILL UP WITH GAS AND WHEN I STARTED THE CAR THE MESSAGE WAS GONE AND THE HEADLIGHT WAS BACK ON. THIS HAS HAPPENED A SEVERAL MORE TIMES SINCE THEN. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jun 21, 2014
Incident date: Feb 10, 2014
AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY MY HEADLIGHT WENT OUT WITH AND THE MESSAGE, "RIGHT DIPPED HEADLIGHT" CAME ON. WHEN THIS HAPPEN I STOPPED TO FILL UP WITH GAS AND WHEN I STARTED THE CAR THE MESSAGE WAS GONE AND THE HEADLIGHT WAS BACK ON. THIS HAS HAPPENED A SEVERAL MORE TIMES SINCE THEN. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
May 21, 2014
Incident date: May 19, 2014
BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM DEALER, USED, LOW MILEAGE, GREAT CAR. HEADLIGHTS WERE FILLED WITH CONDENSATION. DEALER SAID TO DRY THEM OUT AND RE-SEAL THEM. THAT DIDN'T WORK. THERE IS STILL WATER IN BOTH HEADLIGHTS. IT HASN'T RAINED AND HAS NOT BEEN HUMID OUTSIDE. PULLED OVER THE FIRST NIGHT AND TOLD THEY WER... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 17, 2014
Incident date: Oct 15, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 AUDI S4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HID HEADLIGHTS WOULD INTERMITTENTLY FLICKER. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT BOTH HEADLIGHTS WOULD DIP AND AS RESULT, AN ERROR LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 9, 2013
Incident date: Sep 9, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 AUDI S4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS BECAME DIM WITH LOW VISIBILITY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER AND THE HEADLIGHTS WERE DIAGNOSED WITH HAVING A REFLECTOR FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS BEEN OF THE ISS... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
May 29, 2013
Incident date: Sep 21, 2011
HAPPENS ALL THE TIME "RIGHT DIPPED HEADLIGHT" "LEFT DIPPED HEADLIGHT" DEALERS REFUSE TO FIX IT EVEN THOUGH IT KEEPS HAPPENING TO ALL THEIR CARS. IT'S A SAFETY ISSUE NOT WEAR AND TEAR. HEADLIGHTS KEEP FAILING REGARDLESS IF YOU REPLACE THEM OR NOT. I HAVE REPLACED THE ENTIRE ASSEMBLY AND THIS ISSUE ST... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 24, 2012
Incident date: Nov 10, 2010
THE XENON HEADLIGHTS IN MY S4 GO OUT AS THE CAR IS IN MOTION. THE LIGHT MAY FLICKER. THE HEADLIGHT MAY "DIP." THE LIGHT SHUTS OFF AND I HAVE TO STOP THE CAR AND SHUT OFF THE LIGHTS AND THEN TURN THEM BACK ON FOR THE LIGHT TO REIGNITE. THE BULB AND CONTROL UNIT WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. NOW T... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 14, 2012
Incident date: Nov 2, 2009
MY CAR IS A 2005.5 AUDI S4 WITH BI-XENON HID HEADLIGHTS. I ALMOST ALWAYS GET A DIPPED HEADLIGHT ERROR WHENEVER I TURN ON THE HEADLIGHTS. IT OCCURS MORE OFTEN ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE HEADLIGHT. THIS WILL RANDOMLY HAPPEN BUT I HAVE NOTICED THAT IT OCCURS MORE FREQUENTLY RIGHT AFTER THE HEADLIGHTS ARE SWI... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jun 2, 2012
Incident date: Jun 2, 2012
WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT WITH THE LOW BEAMS ILLUMINATED THE LEFT HEADLIGHT WILL TURN OFF AND THE CAR WILL WARN OF A INOPERATIVE "DIPPED HEADLIGHT". THE HEADLIGHT WILL FLICKER ON AND OFF AT TIMES AND THIS CAUSES DISCONCERTING DRIVING CONDITIONS FOR BOTH THE DRIVER AND OTHER CARS IN THE VICINITY. EVERY ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 11, 2012
Incident date: Jan 11, 2012
HEADLIGHTS DIP AND GO COMPLETELY DARK. TURNED OFF AND AFTER A SHORT TIME PERIOD HEADLIGHT COMES BACK ON. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jul 28, 2011
Incident date: Mar 10, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 AUDI S4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS BEGAN TO FLICKER AND SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AND SHUT OFF. AFTER RESTARTING, THE HEADLIGHTS FUNCTIONED PROPERLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND OCCURRED WHILE P... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Jul 20, 2011
Incident date: Jul 12, 2011
HELLO - I HAVE AN AUDI 2005.5 AUDI S4 AVANT THAT THE HEADLIGHTS CONTINUE TO DIP AND GO OUT WHILE DRIVING. GOOD THING BOTH IT HASN'T HAPPENED TO BOTH AT THE SAME TIME. I'M ABLE TO TURN OFF AND TURN ON AN GENERALLY THEY WILL COME BACK ON, OTHER TIMES NOT. *KB
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jul 20, 2011
Incident date: Jul 12, 2011
HELLO - I HAVE AN AUDI 2005.5 AUDI S4 AVANT THAT THE HEADLIGHTS CONTINUE TO DIP AND GO OUT WHILE DRIVING. GOOD THING BOTH IT HASN'T HAPPENED TO BOTH AT THE SAME TIME. I'M ABLE TO TURN OFF AND TURN ON AN GENERALLY THEY WILL COME BACK ON, OTHER TIMES NOT. *KB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
May 3, 2011
Incident date: Apr 25, 2011
2005.5 AUDI S4. 104,000 MILES. CHAIN TENSIONER DAMAGED. CAUSE DAMAGE TO ENGINE. ENGINE SHOULD BE REPLACED. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 23, 2011
Incident date: Mar 22, 2011
I OWN A 2005.5 AUDI S4 B7. THE HEADLIGHTS GO OUT. WHILE DRIVING THE CAR, ONE OF THE HEADLIGHTS BEGINS TO FLICKER ON AND OFF. THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN, IT JUST SHUTS OFF COMPLETELY. I HAVE TO TURN THE LIGHTS COMPLETELY OFF AND THEN TURN THEM BACK ON TO MAKE THE LIGHT THAT JUST SHUT OFF GO BACK ON AGA... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 27, 2011
Incident date: Feb 26, 2011
HEADLIGHTS FLICKER AND SHUT DOWN. THIS OCCURS MOSTLY UNDER DECELERATION BUT CAN FREQUENTLY OCCUR DURING ACCELERATION AND TURNING. HEADLIGHTS RUN NORMALLY UNDER STEADY STATE SPEED OR AT REST. DEALERSHIP CLAIMS NO ISSUE. INDEPENDENT AUDI SPECIALIST HAS CONFIRMED THE PROBLEM AND SWAPPED BULBS (LEFT-... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 17, 2011
Incident date: Dec 1, 2010
HEADLAMP OR HEADLIGHT DIP PROBLEM ON AUDI S4 WITH HID LIGHTS. CANNOT BE FIXED BY AUDI. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 10, 2011
Incident date: Jan 10, 2010
AUDI: HEADLIGHT VIBRATION, 2005.5 S4. UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS, SUCH AS AT IDLE, VIBRATIONS OR RESONANCES IN THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE CAN CAUSE THE HEADLIGHTS TO VIBRATE AND TURN OFF. HAPPENS MOST FREQUENTLY WHEN CAR IS STARTING UP OR COLD. CAN SPONTANEOUSLY FLICKER OR TURN OFF WHILE DRI... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 7, 2010
Incident date: Nov 4, 2010
2005 AUDI S4 - EXPERIENCING "DIPPED HEADLIGHT" ERROR WHERE THE HEADLIGHTS FLICKER THEN SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. THE HEADLIGHT CAN BE TURNED BACK ON ONLY IF THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH IS TURNED OFF THEN TURNED BACK ON. THIS CORRECTS THE PROBLEM TEMPORARILY, WITH THE HEADLIGHT FLICKERING AGAIN THEN SHUTTING... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 4, 2010
Incident date: Aug 22, 2010
I HAVE A 2005 AUDI S4 AND MY HEADLIGHTS FLICKER AND GO OUT WHILE DRIVING ALMOST EVERY TIME I HAVE THEM ON. SOMETIMES IT IS ONE AND SOMETIMES BOTH AND I GET A MESSAGE ON MY DASH BOARD THAT THE AFFECTED HEADLIGHT IS DIPPED. IF I TURN THE LIGHTS OFF THEN BACK ON THE AFFECTED HEADLIGHT WILL USUALLY COME... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Aug 14, 2010
Incident date: Aug 14, 2005
MY CAR IS A 2005.5 AUDI S4. WHEN I DRIVE AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF AT RANDOM. IT WILL SOMETIMES BE ONE, BUT TONIGHT BOTH WENT OUT. IT OCCURS EVERY NIGHT I DRIVE THE CAR. THE BULBS HAVE BEEN REPLACED, THE BALLASTS AND THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jul 28, 2010
Incident date: Jul 27, 2010
CAR STARTED MISFIRING AND WITHIN LESS THAN 5 MILES IN THE HIGHWAY THEN STARTED TO BUILD UP SMOKE INSIDE THE CABIN, CAR THEN STOPPED AND TOWED TO A MECHANICS WHO CONFIRM THE DIAGNOSIS OF MISFIRING OF 3 CYLINDERS AND FOUND OVERHEATING OF THE PASSENGER SIDE CATALYTIC CONVERTER THAT LEAD TO A MELTING A ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 28, 2010
Incident date: Jul 27, 2010
CAR STARTED MISFIRING AND WITHIN LESS THAN 5 MILES IN THE HIGHWAY THEN STARTED TO BUILD UP SMOKE INSIDE THE CABIN, CAR THEN STOPPED AND TOWED TO A MECHANICS WHO CONFIRM THE DIAGNOSIS OF MISFIRING OF 3 CYLINDERS AND FOUND OVERHEATING OF THE PASSENGER SIDE CATALYTIC CONVERTER THAT LEAD TO A MELTING A ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
May 14, 2010
Incident date: Apr 3, 2009
FOLLOWING A COLD START, THE MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHT WILL FLICKER FOR APPROXIMATELY 5-10 SECONDS, THEN FULLY DISCHARGE. THIS WILL REPEAT FOR SEVERAL MINUTES, TYPICALLY RESULTING IN THE 'RIGHT HEADLIGHT DIPPED' WARNING ILLUMINATING ON THE DASH DISPLAY AND THE HEADLIGHT FAILING TO LIGHT. I THINK THIS POS... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Apr 20, 2010
Incident date: Apr 6, 2010
FRONT HEADLIGHTS (BOTH SIDES) FLICKER(BLINK) BUT NOT ALL THE TIME. WHEN THEY FLICKER I TURN THEM OFF AND THEN TURN ON AGAIN, THEN THEY ARE FINE. BUT I AM WORRIED THAT IT MAY GO BAD DURING DRIVING CAUSING SAFETY ISSUES. ITS NOT THE BULB ISSUES AS ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS WOULDN'T DETECT THE PROBLEM. IT ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Apr 20, 2010
Incident date: Apr 6, 2010
FRONT HEADLIGHTS (BOTH SIDES) FLICKER(BLINK) BUT NOT ALL THE TIME. WHEN THEY FLICKER I TURN THEM OFF AND THEN TURN ON AGAIN, THEN THEY ARE FINE. BUT I AM WORRIED THAT IT MAY GO BAD DURING DRIVING CAUSING SAFETY ISSUES. ITS NOT THE BULB ISSUES AS ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS WOULDN'T DETECT THE PROBLEM. IT ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Apr 20, 2010
Incident date: Apr 6, 2010
FRONT HEADLIGHTS (BOTH SIDES) FLICKER(BLINK) BUT NOT ALL THE TIME. WHEN THEY FLICKER I TURN THEM OFF AND THEN TURN ON AGAIN, THEN THEY ARE FINE. BUT I AM WORRIED THAT IT MAY GO BAD DURING DRIVING CAUSING SAFETY ISSUES. ITS NOT THE BULB ISSUES AS ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS WOULDN'T DETECT THE PROBLEM. IT ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 20, 2010
Incident date: Apr 6, 2010
FRONT HEADLIGHTS (BOTH SIDES) FLICKER(BLINK) BUT NOT ALL THE TIME. WHEN THEY FLICKER I TURN THEM OFF AND THEN TURN ON AGAIN, THEN THEY ARE FINE. BUT I AM WORRIED THAT IT MAY GO BAD DURING DRIVING CAUSING SAFETY ISSUES. ITS NOT THE BULB ISSUES AS ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS WOULDN'T DETECT THE PROBLEM. IT ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 24, 2010
Incident date: Mar 23, 2010
IN THE RAIN/SNOW, CONDENSATION/LARGE WATER DROPLETS/WATER FORMS ON INSIDE OF HEADLIGHT LENS ASSEMBLY REDUCING EFFECTIVENESS OF HEADLIGHT AND REDUCE VISIBILITY IN POOR LIGHTING CONDITION (NIGHT/SNOW/RAIN). WAS TOLD BY AUDI USA/DEALERS THAT THERE IS A TSB FOR THIS PROBLEM BUT REFUSE TO FIX DEFECT UND... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 11, 2010
Incident date: Jan 5, 2010
SEVERAL INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT MALFUNCTIONS: HEADLIGHT FLICKERING AS WELL AS HEADLIGHT SHUTTING OFF. THE RIGHT HEADLIGHT HAS MALFUNCTIONED (TURNED OFF), WITH NO CONSISTENT CAUSE APPARENT. THE SPECIFIC ERROR MESSAGE THAT APPEARS IN THE DRIVER INFORMATION SCREEN IS "LEFT HEADLIGHT DIPPED". THIS CONDIT... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 26, 2010
Incident date: Jan 25, 2010
SEVERAL INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT MALFUNCTIONS: HEADLIGHT FLICKERING AS WELL AS HEADLIGHT SHUTTING OFF. HAVE OWNED THE CAR FOR 2 YEARS. THE RIGHT HEADLIGHT HAS MALFUNCTIONED (TURNED OFF), WITH NO CONSISTENT CAUSE APPARENT. THE SPECIFIC ERROR MESSAGE THAT APPEARS IN THE DRIVER INFORMATION SCREEN IS "RIG... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 18, 2010
Incident date: Jan 18, 2010
"INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT MALFUNCTION. OVER THE COURSE OF OWNERSHIP, THE RIGHT HEADLIGHT HAS MALFUNCTIONED (TURNED OFF), WITH NO CONSISTENT CAUSE APPARENT. THE SPECIFIC ERROR MESSAGE THAT APPEARS IN THE DRIVER INFORMATION SCREEN IS "RIGHT HEADLIGHT DIPPED". THIS CONDITION IS BOTH UNSAFE, AND ILLEGAL -... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Jan 9, 2010
Incident date: Sep 19, 2009
2005.5 AUDI S4 BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT HEADLIGHT FLICKER AND 'DIP' (GO OUT). THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING THIS PROBLEM AS WELL, AUDI IS DOING NOTHING TO RECALL THIS. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 15, 2009
Incident date: Dec 14, 2009
I JUST PURCHASED A 2005 AUDI S4 WITH ONLY 30,000 MILES. THE CAR IS IN EXCEPTIONAL CONDITION AND I AM VERY PLEASED. HOWEVER, BOTH HEADLIGHT UNITS CONTAINED CONSIDERABLE CONDENSATION. IT SERIOUSLY REDUCES MY ABILITY TO CLEARLY SEE AT NIGHT. LAST NIGHT WAS THE FIRST TIME I HAD TO USE MY LIGHTS AND ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 19, 2009
Incident date: Oct 30, 2008
THE HEADLAMPS FILL WITH CONDENSATION AFTER ANY SMALL FORM OF PRECIPITATION. THE CONDENSATION DOES NOT SUBSIDE AND THEREFORE MAKES THE HEADLIGHTS INEFFECTIVE AT NIGHT OR IN TIMES OF INCLEMENT WEATHER. THIS MAKES DRIVING DANGEROUS UNDER THE PREVIOUSLY MENTIONED CONDITIONS. AUDI REFUSES TO REMEDY TH... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 16, 2009
Incident date: Jun 14, 2008
FAILURE OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DURING A FRONT END COLLISION WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED-NO ONE WAS OCCUPYING THE PASSENGER SEAT. THE POINT OF IMPACT WAS CENTER BETWEEN THE TWO HEADLIGHTS. *TR
Crash
1 injured
VISIBILITY
Oct 22, 2008
Incident date: Oct 10, 2008
2005 AUDI S4 CABRIOLET - REAR WINDOW SEPARATING FROM SOFT CONVERTIBLE TOP. TOP APPEARS TO BE SHRINKING AT THE WINDOW EDGES AS WELL. INDEPENDENT CONVERTIBLE TOP REPAIR FACILITY AS WELL AS LOCAL AUDI DEALER CONFIRM THAT THIS IS DUE TO DEFECTIVE ADHESIVE USED IN THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS. AUDI OF AMERI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Oct 1, 2007
Incident date: May 1, 2006
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 AUDI S4. THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL DOES NOT DISPLAY ANY INFORMATION. THE CLUSTER SYMBOLS ARE BROKEN. THE DEALER HAS NOT DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 53,000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
May 28, 2007
Incident date: Jan 11, 2007
IN AUGUST 2006 WHILE DRIVING MY 2005 AUDI S4 CONVERTIBLE ON A BUSY STREET IN BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA AT 45-50 MPH, MY CAR DIED WITHOUT WARNING...I.E. NO POWER STEERING, BRAKES. I WAS ABLE TO NAVIGATE IT OFF-ROAD AND THEN TOWED TO ROYAL AUDI IN BLOOMINGTON, IN. THEY KEPT THE CAR OVER A MONTH THINKING M... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2005 AUDI S4
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2L 8-cyl, Manual 6-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 13.0 | 20.0 | 16.0 | Premium | $4,750 |
| 4.2L 8-cyl, Automatic (S6) (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 14.0 | 21.0 | 16.0 | Premium | $4,750 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2005 AUDI S4
252 manufacturer communications from 192 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 47 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 20 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 19 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 19 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 16 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 13 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 10 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 9 |
A0023742052680_4
Oct 4, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
DC_AudiRingsV12
Apr 28, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Inside the Rings | Volume 12, Spring 2023
TRMDMV_MA_Audi
Mar 13, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Massachusetts DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,907 Audi owners in the State of Massachusetts on March 13, 2023.
TRMDMV_NM_Audi
Mar 13, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the New Mexico DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 389 Audi owners in the State of New Mexico on March 13, 2023.
TRMDMV_CO_Audi
Feb 13, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Colorado DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,174 Audi owners in the State of Colorado on February 13, 2023.
DC_Rings_VOL10
Feb 10, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Takata recall and 3G turndown
DC_Rings_VOL10
Feb 10, 2023
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Takata recall and 3G turndown
DC_Rings_VOL10
Feb 10, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
Takata recall and 3G turndown
TRMDMV_NY_Audi
Oct 17, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the New York DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 5,165 Audi owners in the State of New York on October 17, 2022.
TRMDPS_SC_Audi
Sep 19, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Audi is sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 1,121 Audi owners in the state of South Carolina on September 19, 2022.
TRMDMV_PR_Audi
Jul 25, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Division and Department of Driver Services, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 565 Audi owners in the State of Puerto Rico on July 25, 2022.
TRMDMV_PR_Audi
Jul 25, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Division and Department of Driver Services, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 565 Audi owners in the State of Puerto Rico on July 25, 2022.
TRMDMV_VA_Audi
Jul 21, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
In conjunction with the Virginia DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,026 Audi owners in the State of Virginia on July 21, 2022.
TRMDMV_CA_Audi
May 4, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 12,349 Audi owners in the State of California on April 29, 2022.
AWA 22-04
Apr 25, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
This Document informs dealers on the new Takata warranty extension for 2005-2017 A3, A4 Avant, A4 Sedan, S4 Sedan, S4, Avant, A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, A5 Cabriolet, S5 Cabriolet, A6 Avant, A6 Sedan, Q5, R8 Coupe, R8 Spyder, RS4 Cabriolet
TRMALEA_AL_Audi
Mar 23, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Audi is sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 939 Audi owners in the State of Alabama on March 23, 2022.
TRMDPSSC_Audi
Jan 24, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Audi is sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 1,290 Audi owners in the state of South Carolina on January 24, 2022.
TRMDOTPA_Audi
Jan 24, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Audi is sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 4,943 Audi owners in the state of Pennsylvania on January 24, 2022.
TRMDMVID_Audi
Aug 30, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Idaho DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 688 Audi owners in the State of Idaho on August 30, 2021.
A0021482021205_6
Jun 25, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
A0021482021205_6
Jun 25, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
TRMDMVNY_Audi
Jun 21, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the New York DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 6,957 Audi owners in the State of New York on June 21, 2021.
TRMTXDMV_Audi
May 17, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Texas DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 7,185 Audi owners in the State of Texas on May 17, 2021.
A5721752022032_9
Apr 1, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
A5721752022032_9
Apr 1, 2021
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
SM C-2020
Dec 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
A1720112060750_1
Oct 5, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
A1720112060750_1
Oct 5, 2020
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
21AUTIRECHAINS
Sep 24, 2020
190000 TIRES
Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
21AUTIRECHAINS
Sep 24, 2020
200000 WHEELS
Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
21AUTIRECHAINS
Sep 24, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
TRMMIDOS_Audi
Aug 10, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Michigan Department of State, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 3,000 Audi owners in the State of Michigan on August 10, 2020.
Audi Part Labels
Aug 10, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Recall Reminder Part Labels
TRMTX_Audi
Jul 28, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the County of Fort Bend, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recalll reminder notices to approximately 370 Audi owners in the State of Texas on July 28, 2020.
TRMTN_Audi
Jul 7, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Tennessee DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,300 Audi owners in the State of Tennessee on July 7, 2020.
TRMMRFL_Audi
Jun 29, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the City of Miramar, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 89 Audi owners in the State of Florida on June 26, 2020.
A1920042025303_1
Jun 25, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants.
TRMLPCA_Audi
Jun 22, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the City of La Puente, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 45 Audi owners in the State of California on June 22, 2020.
TRMLPCA_Audi
Jun 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
In conjunction with the City of La Puente, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 45 Audi owners in the State of California on June 22, 2020.
A0020382039206_3
Jun 9, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to use the QR code in a TSB.
A0020382039206_3
Jun 9, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to use the QR code in a TSB.
A9120702044694_2
May 28, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for issues with the navigation map database.
TK Services_Audi
Apr 29, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Effective immediately, TK Services Inc. will resume scheduling part pick-up from dealerships and service centers.
A0020362002047_1
Apr 16, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly.
A012054201475311
Apr 1, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
TRMNEDMV_Audi
Mar 23, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Nebraska DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 400 Audi owners in the State of Nebraska on March 23, 2020.
TKservicesVW
Mar 16, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
Operational Update - Takata Return Parts Pickup
A012046201475310
Mar 6, 2020
073200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
A912039201818711
Feb 23, 2020
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This bulletin contains inspection guidelines for radio interference that causes noises in the speaker.
TRMOHDMV_Audi
Feb 10, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Ohio DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 4,900 Audi owners in the State of Ohio on February 10, 2020.
TRMGADMV_Audi
Jan 24, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Georgia DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 5,200 Audi owners in the State of Georgia on January 24, 2020.
TRMSCDPS_Audi
Jan 22, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 1,800 Audi owners in the state of South Carolina on January 20, 2020.
TRMCACBAR_Audi
Jan 15, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the California Bureau of Automotive Repair, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 27,300 Audi owners in the state of California on January 14, 2020.
A9419182012749_1
Dec 6, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Exterior lights, moisture accumulation 2013-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 Sportback, 2004-2005 A4 Cabriolet, 2004-2008 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012, 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-
A9419182012749_1
Dec 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Exterior lights, moisture accumulation 2013-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 Sportback, 2004-2005 A4 Cabriolet, 2004-2008 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012, 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-
A9419182012749_1
Dec 6, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior lights, moisture accumulation 2013-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 Sportback, 2004-2005 A4 Cabriolet, 2004-2008 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012, 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-
20AUTIRECHAINS
Dec 4, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
20AUTIRECHAINS
Dec 4, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
20AUTIRECHAINS
Dec 4, 2019
190000 TIRES
New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
TRMARDMV_Audi
Nov 19, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Arkansas DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 600 Audi owners in the state of Arkansas on November 19 2019.
TRMPADMV_Audi
Nov 19, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Pennsylvania DMV, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 9,100 Audi owners in the State of Pennsylvania on November 18, 2019.
TRMTXDMV_Audi
Nov 4, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Houston Dept. of Neighborhoods, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,300 Audi owners in the state of Texas on November 4, 2019.
XPOTAKATACOMAU
Oct 22, 2019
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
XPO Phone Outage - Takata Airbag/Inflator Returns. 2005 A4 Avant, S4 Avant, 2006 A4 Avant, A6 Avant, S4 Avant, 2007 A4 Avant, A6 Avant, S4 Avant, S4 Cabriolet, 2008 A4 Avant, A6 Avant, RS4 Cabriolet, S4 Avant, S4 Cabriolet, 2009 A6 Avant,
TRMFLDMV_Audi
Oct 14, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Florida Dept. of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 10,000 Audi owners in the state of Florida on October 14, 2019. 2005 A4 Avant, S4 Avant
A0019262052680_2
Sep 30, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage.
A0019252011732_1
Sep 17, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions
TRMMNDMV_Audi
Sep 16, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Minnesota DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 3,500 Audi owners in the State of Minnesota on September 16, 2019. 2005 A4 Avant, A4 Sedan, A6 Sedan, S4 Avant, S4 Sedan, 20
A1719982028440_4
Aug 30, 2019
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
This informational bulletin explains when the range display is empty in the on-board computer. Also A3 Cabriolet 2015-2021, A3 Sportback 2016-2018, 2005 A4 Cabriolet , 2005-2009 S4 Cabriolet, 2010-2012 and 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2021
TRMNCDMV_Audi
Aug 19, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the North Carolina DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 4,500 Audi owners in the State of North Carolina on August 19, 2019. 2005 A4 Avant, A4 Sedan, A6 Sedan, S4 Avant, S4 Se
TRMVADMV_Audi
Aug 16, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Virginia DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 4,294 Audi owners in the State of Virginia on August 12, 2019. 2005 A4 Avant, A4 Sedan, A6 Sedan, S4 Avant, S4 Sedan, 2006 A3
TRMCOMPTDMV_Audi
Aug 5, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the City of Compton, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 78 Audi owners in the State of California on August 5, 2019. 2005 A4 Avant, A4 Sedan, A6 Sedan, S4 Avant, S4 Sedan, 2006 A
TRMKYDMV_Audi
Jul 15, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Aud will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 1,476 Audi owner in the state of Kentucky on July 15, 2019. 2005 A4 Avant, A4 Sedan, A6 Sed
TRMWIDMV_Audi
Jul 9, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
Mailing Information: In conjunction with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,877 Audi owners in the state of Wisconsin on
TRMNYDMV_Audi
May 21, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
Mailing Information: In conjunction with the New York Department of Motor Vehicles, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 15,000 Audi owners in the State of New York on May 23, 2019. This document also
ATakataDMVMSmail
Apr 29, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
Takata Reminder Mailing - Mississippi DMV /Safety Recalls 69R6, 69R7, 69S8. This document also applies to the 2007-2008 S4 Cabriolet, 2005-2008 A4 Avant, 2005-2008 S4 Avant, 2006-2011 A6 Avant, 2008 RS4, 2016-2017 TT Roadster and 2017 R8 S
Takata updated r
Jul 20, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
Takata-Updated Part Return-VW Dealer USA 07-2018
SM F-2018
Jun 8, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
The part number listed in the document are to be returned and only the superseded part numbers ordered.
Email-Takata-XPO
May 15, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
IMPORTANT! Takata Recall Update - XPO Airbag Inflator Pickup / Future Changes (USA ONLY)
Email-Takata-XPO
May 15, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
IMPORTANT! Takata Recall Update - XPO Airbag Inflator Pickup / Future Changes (USA ONLY)
Email-IMPORTANT!
Mar 4, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
AUDI Takata Airbag Collection Time Extended
Email-Audi Takat
Feb 15, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
Email-Audi Takata Airbag Inflator Collection Update
Campaign Parts B
Nov 6, 2017
141320 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Takata Parts request update.
Campaign Parts B
Nov 6, 2017
141220 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Takata Parts request update.
69N1 69N2 and 69
Sep 21, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
This communication informs the dealers of details on the Takata parts allocation.
69N1 69N2 and 69
Sep 21, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This communication informs the dealers of details on the Takata parts allocation.
A911743 2042097-
Aug 21, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin contains resource information for when the traffic feature is inoperative in the MMI navigation.
A941791 2012749-
Jul 31, 2017
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l
A911736 2024323-
Jul 26, 2017
262000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: DYNAMIC BRAKE SUPPORT/BRAKE ASSIST
This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
69N1 69N2 and 69
Jul 20, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
This communication informs the dealers of details on the Takata parts allocation.
SM 44-2017 EN
Jun 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
A171782 2010043-
May 10, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change.
Bulletin 69N1 69
May 5, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
69N1, 69N2 - Campaign Parts Bulletin - Today, May 5th is the final standard weekly allocation of Takata airbag inflators. After this date, Takata allocations will be based on the previous week?s paid claim volume. It is CRITICAL that cla
69N1 69N2 and 69
May 1, 2017
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
69N1, 69N2 and 69O2 - Campaign Tip -Takata part return label information
Edition76
Mar 10, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical bulletins and updates
ATE-17-05
Mar 3, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified
A441662 2010334-
Oct 19, 2016
200000 WHEELS
This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt.
TAKATA
Aug 19, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Takata Recall Campaign - Communication Toolkit for Dealers
A201559 2011703-
Dec 10, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 13-29 dated November 15, 2013. The fuel tank has been removed from the vehicle and must be neutralized before shipment or disposal. When the fuel tank in a vehicle is replaced, the origi
A171568 2028440-
Dec 10, 2015
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 14-49 dated April 3, 2014. When the vehicle is completely refueled, the vehicle range (?distance to empty?) that is displayed is different than the vehicle range that was displayed the l
A001578 2021205-
Dec 10, 2015
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 10-05 dated June 14, 2010. VIN plate and/or B-Pillar Safety Certification label requires replacement.
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AUDI S4 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the AUDI S4 across all model years (1989, 2022).
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Total Recalls
721
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
31
Reported Crashes
8
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
AUDI S4 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2021 | 4 | 2 | View |
| 2020 | 3 | 34 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 3 | View |
| 2018 | 2 | 9 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2014 | 1 | 23 | View |
| 2013 | 1 | 34 | View |
| 2012 | 1 | 27 | View |
| 2011 | 1 | 34 | View |
| 2010 | 0 | 73 | View |
| 2009 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 2 | 4 | View |
| 2007 | 2 | 21 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 37 | View |
| 2005 (current) | 2 | 54 | |
| 2004 | 1 | 37 | View |
| 2003 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 31 | View |
| 2001 | 1 | 92 | View |
| 2000 | 1 | 171 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 1994 | 2 | 8 | View |
| 1993 | 2 | 18 | View |
| 1992 | 2 | 5 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1990 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 | View |