2013 AUDI S4
1 recalls, 34 complaints - 973 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
14V667000 Oct 24, 2014
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Audi A4 and S4 vehicles manufactured February 16, 2012, to October 21, 2014, and 2013-2015 Audi Allroad vehicles manufactured March 12, 2012, to October 21, 2014. Due to an improper algorithm in the air bag con... Read more
Consequence
If the front air bags do not deploy in the event of a secondary impact to the front of the vehicle, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2014. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69K5.
Complaint Statistics
34 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STEERING | 19 |
| POWER TRAIN | 7 |
| ENGINE | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
AIR BAGS
Jan 24, 2025
Incident date: Dec 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2008 Audi A6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V427000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 25, 2024
Incident date: Nov 25, 2024
I have a notice that a sensor went out in my passenger seat. I took it into Tesla to get a quote to repay rid and was quoted $2,000 to fix it. When I asked why it is so expensive I was told it is be cause Tesla has to retrofit my car to fit the new sensors because they stopped making my years sensor... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 30, 2022
Incident date: Nov 12, 2022
My MMI 5F module went out right after an oil change service on Nov 12, 2022 I called them as soon as I got home to inform Leader automotive in Normal Il. I was told I would not be able to be seen until January 5 2023 at 1:pm. I then called back a few days later and was able to move that appointment ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 11, 2020
Incident date: Oct 2, 2020
DSG ISSUES. CLUNKING WHEN DOWNSHIFTING INTO 1ST / 2ND WHEN STOPPING. SHIFT HESITATION ON UPSHIFT AS WELL .
POWER TRAIN
Nov 15, 2019
Incident date: Nov 15, 2019
TRANSMISSION SHIFTS STRANGE WHEN COLD. ACTS LIKE IT LOOSED POWER EVERY SHIFT. STRANGE CLUNKING AS WELL ON SLOW SPEEDS OR NUMBER TO NUMBER TRAFFIC. SOMETIMES IT SCARED ME THAT IT WILL JUMP FORWARD AND HIT THE CAR ON FRONT OF ME.
POWER TRAIN
Oct 9, 2017
Incident date: Oct 6, 2017
TRANSMISSION ERROR, AT FIRST SAYS YOU CAN CONTINUE DRIVING IN LIMP MODE BUT SHORTLY AFTER SAYS PUT CAR INTO PARK. GOT STUCK ON THE ROAD SEVERAL TIMES IN A SINGLE 10 MILE TRIP.
ENGINE
Sep 14, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2017
TRANSMISSION SHIFTS HARSHLY AND MAKES NOISE DURING SHIFTS. WAS TOLD THE MECHATRONICS NEED REPLACEMENT. SOMETIMES WHEN ACCELERATING THE CAR WILL JOLT AS IF IT IT LOSES POWER MOMENTARILY. WHEN MERGING INTO TRAFFIC IN COULD BE DANGEROUS.
POWER TRAIN
Sep 14, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2017
TRANSMISSION SHIFTS HARSHLY AND MAKES NOISE DURING SHIFTS. WAS TOLD THE MECHATRONICS NEED REPLACEMENT. SOMETIMES WHEN ACCELERATING THE CAR WILL JOLT AS IF IT IT LOSES POWER MOMENTARILY. WHEN MERGING INTO TRAFFIC IN COULD BE DANGEROUS.
POWER TRAIN
Sep 1, 2017
Incident date: Aug 23, 2017
TRANSMISSION WARNING INDICATOR ON, SHIFT HARD
STEERING
Aug 24, 2017
Incident date: Jul 20, 2017
SERIOUS STEERING ISSUE GOING ON. ENTERED HIGHWAY IN COMFORT MODE, ACCELERATED AND SWITCHED LANES TO PASSING LANE WHEN SUDDENLY THE STEERING HAD A TORMENTED MOMENT AND DECIDED TO STEER ITSELF FROM THE 12:00 O'CLOCK TO 3:00 O'CLOCK POSITION, WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AS ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 8, 2016
Incident date: Aug 2, 2016
THE PROBLEMS STARTED BY A WARNING ON MY DISPLAY SAYING TO PULL OVER GEAR BOX OR TRANSMISSION FAILURE. YOU HAVE SECONDS TO PULL OVER BEFORE THE CAR NO LONGER FUNCTIONS. EVEN THOUGH YOU ARE IN GEAR ALL THAT HAPPENS IS THE ENGINE REVS AND YOU GO NO WHERE. MY CAR HAS ONLY 38,500 MILES ON IT AND IS OUT O... Read more
STEERING
Mar 21, 2016
Incident date: Feb 8, 2016
VEHICLE WILL NOT DRIVE STRAIGHT WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS CENTERED. THERE APPEARS TO BE A "NOTCH" AT THE CENTER, REQUIRING CONSTANT ADJUSTMENT TO MAINTAIN A STRAIGHT PATH AT HIGHWAY SPEED. THIS APPEARS TO BE A COMMON ISSUE. I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE ALIGNMENTS PERFORMED TO ATTEMPT TO CORRECT THE ISSUE. T... Read more
STEERING
Mar 4, 2016
Incident date: Feb 17, 2016
MY 2013 AUDI S4 IS EXPERIENCING A STEERING ISSUE WHERE IT HAS 'ON CENTER FLOATING'. BASICALLY THE STEERING WHEEL FEELS LIKE THERE ARE NOTCHES TO THE STEERING WHEN THE WHEEL IS CENTERED. I HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS ISSUE MANY TIMES, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT IS COLD OUT, BUT HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO REPRODUCE THE... Read more
STEERING
Sep 20, 2015
Incident date: Sep 20, 2015
STEERING WHEEL SLIPS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO VEER RIGHT OR LEFT WITHOUT MOVEMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL. CONSTANT ADJUSTMENTS MUST BE MADE JUST TO KEEP THE CAR ALIGNED IN A STRAIGHT POSITION. GETS WORSE WHEN GOING AROUND LONG TURNS. VERY SCARY AND UNREALIABLE TO DRIVE. WOULD NEVER LET ANYONE I CARED A... Read more
STEERING
Aug 18, 2015
Incident date: Aug 1, 2013
RATHER THAN A SMOOTH LINEAR FEEDBACK THE STEERING WHEEL FEELS AS IF IT HAS NOTCHES IN IT. THE WHEEL AT TIMES CAN BE HARD TO MAINTAIN CENTERED AND KEEPING THE CAR ON A STRAIGHT TRACK REQUIRES CONSTANT ADJUSTMENT FROM ONE SIDE OF A NOTCH TO ANOTHER. THE DEALER REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE PROBLEM.
STEERING
Dec 7, 2014
Incident date: Oct 11, 2013
THE STEERING OF MY 2013 AUDI S4 HAS TWO PROBLEMS THAT MAKE DRIVING VERY DANGEROUS: 1) THE STEERING SLIPS AT THE CENTER POSITION EITHER A LITTLE BIT TO THE LEFT OR TO THE RIGHT, SO THE CAR WILL NOT GO STRAIGHT ON HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THE CAR REQUIRES CONSTANT STEERING CORRECTIONS TO GO STRAIGHT. 2) T... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 4, 2014
Incident date: Aug 3, 2014
THIS VEHICLE IS KNOWN FOR HAVING A FAULTY MECHATRONICS UNIT. THE MECHATRONICS UNIT DOES NOT WORK CORRECTLY, AND CAUSES JERKING AND INSTABILITY TO THE DSG TRANSMISSION. I HAVE ALMOST REAR ENDED OTHER VEHICLES AT RED LIGHTS BECAUSE THE TRANSMISSION WILL JERK FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY AND LUNGE ME FORWARD... Read more
STEERING
Jun 24, 2014
Incident date: Feb 26, 2014
MY 2013 AUDI S4 WENT INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR ITS FIRST FREE OIL CHANGE. WITHOUT MY PERMISSION THEY INSTALLED AN UPDATE ON MY POWER STEERING(48K8) AND NOW MY CAR VEERS FROM ONE LANE TO ANOTHER. MY STEERING WHEEL DOES NOT MOVE YET MY CAR GOES FROM THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD TO THE OTHER. THE DEALERS "... Read more
STEERING
Jun 20, 2013
Incident date: Jun 11, 2013
THE POWER STEERING IN MY NEW 2013 AUDI S4 FAILED WHILE DRIVING 4 DAYS AFTER PURCHASE. I COULDN'T TURN THE WHEEL AND NEEDED LOT OF EFFORT TO TURN IT. I LUCKILY MANAGED TO GET BACK HOME. THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION SHOWED UP ON CONSOLE WHEN I WAS GOING AT 35MPH AND I PANICKED BUT MANAGED TO CONTRO... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 5, 2013
Incident date: Jun 5, 2013
THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START. NOT WITH THE "KEY" OR THE BUTTON STARTER. AUDI SERVICE CLAIMS ITS THE BATTERY BUT WHEN THE ROADSIDE SERVICE SHOWS UP ITS NOT THE BATTERY, SO NOW A TOW TRUCK HAS TO BE CALLED. THIS CAN HAPPEN AT ANYTIME AND ANY PLACE. AUDI DENIES IT IS A COMPUTER ISSUE BUT YET THE VEHI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 5, 2013
Incident date: Jun 5, 2013
THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START. NOT WITH THE "KEY" OR THE BUTTON STARTER. AUDI SERVICE CLAIMS ITS THE BATTERY BUT WHEN THE ROADSIDE SERVICE SHOWS UP ITS NOT THE BATTERY, SO NOW A TOW TRUCK HAS TO BE CALLED. THIS CAN HAPPEN AT ANYTIME AND ANY PLACE. AUDI DENIES IT IS A COMPUTER ISSUE BUT YET THE VEHI... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 8, 2013
Incident date: Apr 25, 2013
FOUND VEHICLE LEAKING ENGINE COOLANT WHILE PARKED IN GARAGE. RADIATOR INTERCOOLER WAS AT FAULT. IF ALL OR MOST COOLANT LOST WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ENGINE MAY HAVE CATASTROPHIC DAMAGE TO OCCUR WITH POSSIBLE INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. VW AUDI HAS KNOWN OF THIS ISSUE WITH THE INTERCOOLER AND HAS... Read more
STEERING
Apr 2, 2013
Incident date: Feb 28, 2013
MY 2013 AUDI S4 EXHIBITS AN ALARMING TENDENCY TO WEAVE FROM SIDE TO SIDE WITHOUT A STEERING INPUT. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT A CHANGE IN STEERING WHEEL POSITION, VEHICLE SPEED, OR CHANGE IN ROAD SURFACE OR PREVAILING WIND DIRECTION. IT IS MORE PRONOUNCED AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND WHEN WHEEL IS CENTERED AT 12 ... Read more
STEERING
Mar 21, 2013
Incident date: Mar 18, 2013
CAR INTERMITTENTLY DEVELOPS A "NOTCHINESS" AROUND THE CENTER POINT AND IS NON-RESPONSIVE TO STEERING INPUT FROM CENTER AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THERE ARE MANY SIMILAR COMPLAINTS ON AUDI DISCUSSION FORUMS. *TR
STEERING
Mar 18, 2013
Incident date: Oct 17, 2012
THE CAR'S STEERING IS EXTREMELY NOTCHY AND SKIPS OVER THE CENTER ENTIRELY. IT BECOMES EASY AND HARD AND WHIPS BACK SOMETIMES. IT CAUSES YOU TO SWERVE IN TRAFFIC AND IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE. I HAVE CONTACTED AUDI OF AMERICA AND MY DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY ARE AWARE OF THE ISSUE, BUT THEY DO N... Read more
STEERING
Feb 24, 2013
Incident date: Nov 23, 2012
THE STEERING FEELS NOTCHY WHEN TURNING, IT ALSO FEELS LIKE IT IS FLOATING WHEN CENTERED AT FREEWAY SPEEDS, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO OVER CORRECT TO KEEP THE VEHICLE STRAIGHT. WHEN TURNING THERE IS A SLIGHT SLIP OF RESISTANCE SIMILAR TURNING A DIAL WITH GROOVES. I DO NOT FEEL SAFE WITH THE UNKNOWN STEER... Read more
STEERING
Feb 24, 2013
Incident date: Oct 12, 2012
THE STEERING HAS A NOTCHING JUST OFF CENTER TO THE RIGHT AND LEFT. FEELS LIKE THE STEERING FALLS INTO A DETENT POSITION. MAKES CONTROLLING THE CAR AWKWARD. THE FEEL IS NOT PROGRESSIVE. THE STEERING CANNOT BE HELD IN THE DESIRED POSITION. *TR
STEERING
Feb 18, 2013
Incident date: Feb 18, 2013
WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED ON CITY ROADS, THE STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. IT FELT AS IF THE STEERING WHEEL WAS NOTCHING/RATCHETING AS I TURNED IT. I WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL, BUT STEERING FELT LOOSE AND INACCURATE. *TR
STEERING
Feb 18, 2013
Incident date: Feb 1, 2013
AUDI'S ELECTRONIC ASSISTED STEERING ON MY S4 EXHIBITS UNPREDICTABLE BEHAVIOR WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT. IT HAS A "NOTCH" AT 12 O'CLOCK WHERE THE CAR USUALLY DOES NOT RESPOND TO WHEEL INPUTS UNTIL YOU TURN IT MORE THAN AN INCH IN EITHER DIRECTION. WHEN IT DOES FINALLY REACT, IT OFTEN OVERCO... Read more
STEERING
Feb 18, 2013
Incident date: Feb 1, 2013
MY STEERING IS UNABLE TO KEEP A STRAIGHT LINE AT TIMES. THE STEERING WHEEL FEELS LIKE IS IN NOTCHED LIKE A GEAR WOULD BE. MY CAR WILL START MOVING TOWARDS THE LEFT LANE LIKE THE ALIGNMENT IS OFF. WHEN I TRY TO CORRECT THIS THE STEERING MAKES A NON FLUID MOVEMENT TO NEXT LANDING NOTCH TO THE RIGHT, T... Read more
STEERING
Feb 18, 2013
Incident date: Feb 17, 2013
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) RANDOMLY GETS A "NOTCHY" FEELING AND LOSES ITS TRUE CENTER. THE WHEEL CANNOT BE HELD AT A PERFECT "12 O'CLOCK." IT IS EITHER AT 11:57 OR 12:03, SO GOING STRAIGHT DOWN A ROAD REQUIRES CONSTANT CORRECTION ON THE PART OF THE DRIVER. THESE NOTCHES PERSIST THROUGHOUT THE... Read more
STEERING
Feb 16, 2013
Incident date: Feb 2, 2013
STARTING AROUND FEBRUARY 2, 2013 MY VEHICLE STARTED DISPLAYING INTERMITTENT BIZARRE STEERING BEHAVIOR. THE ISSUES WERE TWO FOLD. FIRST, WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED BUT MOST COMMONLY OVER 50 MPH THE STEERING EXHIBITED A "SLIP AND CONNECT FEELING" WHERE THE STEERING WOULD FEEL DISCONNECTED (OR VERY LOO... Read more
STEERING
Jan 28, 2013
Incident date: Dec 12, 2012
MY 2013 AUDI S4 EXHIBITS AN ALARMING TENDENCY TO WEAVE FROM SIDE TO SIDE WITHOUT A STEERING INPUT. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT A CHANGE IN STEERING WHEEL POSITION, VEHICLE SPEED, OR CHANGE IN ROAD SURFACE OR PREVAILING WIND DIRECTION. IT IS MORE PRONOUNCED AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND WHEN WHEEL IS CENTERED AT 1... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 24, 2013
Incident date: Jan 24, 2013
LOST ALL COOLANT DUE TO RADIATOR LEAK FROM ROAD HAZARD DAMAGE CAUSED BY BAD DESIGN OF FRONT LOWER GRILL. IT HAS NO PROTECTIVE MESH AND CLEAR OPENINGS FOR ROCKS TO PROTRUDE. I FOUND THIS ON AUDI FORUM TWO PEOPLE NOW ON THE VAIRIOUS BOARDS HAVE THOUGHT THEY LOST THEIR WATER PUMP, BUT IN FACT HAVE ... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2013 AUDI S4
2013 Audi S4 4 DR AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 9.9% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2013 AUDI S4
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (AM-S7) (All-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 28.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,600 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Manual 6-spd (All-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 26.0 | 20.0 | Premium | $3,800 |
CO2 Emissions: 413.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 AUDI S4
973 manufacturer communications from 678 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 96 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 91 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 82 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 66 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 53 |
| 010000 STEERING | 48 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 44 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 30 |
A872474202012414
Apr 29, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the air conditioning is no longer operative; DTC 00457, 00256, 01592.
A9024842032113_9
Apr 16, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides general information regarding outside air temperature readings.
A9624962027416_7
Apr 12, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the sunglass holder will not close or is stuck closed.
A9024832059335_5
Apr 11, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when there is noise from around the instrument cluster.
A9424762073332_2
Apr 8, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when there is noise when steering.
A2724712067906_5
Apr 4, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.
A5724342017082_1
Apr 3, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the remote control key is inoperative.
A9424742073332_1
Mar 12, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.
A9424742073332_1
Mar 12, 2024
010000 STEERING
This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.
A9424722073282_1
Mar 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.
A9424722073282_1
Mar 9, 2024
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.
A4824612034351_1
Feb 19, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking/squeaking from the steering column when steering slowly.
A4824612034351_1
Feb 19, 2024
012000 STEERING:COLUMN
This bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking/squeaking from the steering column when steering slowly.
A4824602073033_1
Feb 19, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when the steering column adjustment does not work.
A4824602073033_1
Feb 19, 2024
012000 STEERING:COLUMN
This bulletin provides information for when the steering column adjustment does not work.
A9124632044694_3
Feb 7, 2024
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.
A7024872038029_9
Feb 6, 2024
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This bulletin provides information for when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.
A0023822047812_7
Dec 22, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin provides information on how to set up and use the SD Creator for obtaining vehicle software updates via the Mirror Server.
A9023672072568_1
Dec 22, 2023
275300 LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR
This bulletin provides information for when the lane change assist radars cannot be calibrated after replacement.
A912306202432310
Dec 21, 2023
118510 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE
This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.
A912306202432310
Dec 21, 2023
118520 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS
This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.
A4523362072304_1
Dec 13, 2023
118820 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HILL DESCENT ASSIST:SENSOR
This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.
A4523362072304_1
Dec 13, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.
A4523362072304_1
Dec 13, 2023
036400 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT
This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.
A9023562032113_8
Nov 16, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin provides general information about the outside air temperature reading.
A6623042030471_7
Nov 14, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin provides information for when the license plate mounting bracket threaded inserts are stripped.
A0023812070568_2
Nov 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool for professional noise analysis.
A9423672071954_1
Oct 30, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.
A9423672071954_1
Oct 30, 2023
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.
A7423262071893_1
Oct 25, 2023
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
This bulletin provides damage assessment guidelines for textile seat covers.
A0023762071721_1
Oct 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information for when unauthorized/unjustified DTC memory entries are captured in ODIS test Plans (Ghost faults).
A0023762071721_1
Oct 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for when unauthorized/unjustified DTC memory entries are captured in ODIS test Plans (Ghost faults).
A0123812028842_4
Oct 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides instructions regarding unauthorized chip tuning (TD1).
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.
A0023712070568_1
Sep 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO NVH Tool.
A9123262071264_1
Aug 23, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This bulletin provides information for when the customer has concerns about the navigation route guidance.
A9123262071264_1
Aug 23, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information for when the customer has concerns about the navigation route guidance.
A9023322059335_4
Jul 19, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin provides information for when there is noise from the area around the instrument cluster.
A6423922020552_1
Jul 19, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin provides information for when exterior glass cleaning is needed.
A8723452041717_9
Jul 19, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required when replacing the A/C compressor.
A922336203815115
Jul 17, 2023
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
This bulletin provides information for when the washer solvent level warning is on.
A4823412028220_1
Jun 20, 2023
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
This bulletin provides information for instances where the steering wheel leather is damaged.
A4623452070679_1
Jun 20, 2023
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
This bulletin provides information for when one or more DC is stored in the ABS control unit related to the parking switch; DTC C100C07 and/or C100C29.
A102326201828810
Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on checking for debris when replacing an engine.
A9123062010146_8
Jun 14, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for when an unpleasant odor is coming from the heating and ventilation system.
A8723442010146_8
Jun 14, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for when an unpleasant odor is coming from the heating and ventilation system.
A9423652061922_3
Jun 8, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides detailed information on the proper documentation of optical concerns for headlights and taillights.
A5723082027406_5
Jun 5, 2023
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
This bulletin provides information regarding the Audi advanced key.
A922335203815114
May 22, 2023
137000 VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
This bulletin provides instructions for when the washer level warning is on but the reservoir is full.
A0023702021205_7
May 12, 2023
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
This bulletin provides instructions for ordering replacement Safety Certification labels or VIN plates.
A9423632061922_2
May 8, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides details on how to properly document optical concerns in headlights and taillights for warranty submissions.
A912394201818713
May 8, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information for when the customer advises that there is cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference.
A0023692031473_4
May 8, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
This bulletin provides information for when car wash bristles become stuck in the body gap between the headlight and fender.
A0023692031473_4
May 8, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin provides information for when car wash bristles become stuck in the body gap between the headlight and fender.
A4423992056386_9
Apr 19, 2023
010000 STEERING
This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
A4423982056386_8
Apr 18, 2023
010000 STEERING
This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
A4623432069904_1
Apr 18, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information for when there are noises when braking, and the brake pad thickness is OK.
A4623432069904_1
Apr 18, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when there are noises when braking, and the brake pad thickness is OK.
A4623432069904_1
Apr 18, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides information for when there are noises when braking, and the brake pad thickness is OK.
A9023222032113_7
Apr 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
A192336202530314
Mar 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on the discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.
A6423882047061_5
Mar 31, 2023
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
This bulletin describes the process to clean sticker residue from the windshield.
A6423882047061_5
Mar 31, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin describes the process to clean sticker residue from the windshield.
A4023512023187_7
Mar 23, 2023
010000 STEERING
This bulletin states that squeaking noises which may be more prevalent in wet weather during steering is normal and repair is not needed.
A402352202431813
Mar 23, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This technical service bulletin provides instructions for correcting a clicking sound from the wheel bearing(s).
A9623822056019_2
Feb 14, 2023
116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
This bulletin provides instructions for when the anti-theft alarm has gone off for no reason, or did not go off at all. No DTCs are stored.
A462341203418123
Feb 7, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides instructions for brake noise analysis and handling.
A9223332038151
Feb 6, 2023
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
This bulletin provides instructions for when the washer solvent level warning is on in the DIS but the washer solvent level is correct.
A012341201475312
Feb 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
A012341201475312
Feb 6, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
DC_Alternator_6
Jan 26, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
A6423862047061_4
Jan 24, 2023
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
This bulletin provides instructions for when faint images appear on the windshield from the production sticker, or an image of the suction cups used to install the windshield in production.
A6623942049680_2
Jan 23, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin provides instructions for when the exterior trim has spots.
A4423972022563_2
Jan 20, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
This bulletin provides instructions for when a vibration is felt in the floor, seat, footwell, pedals or steering wheel while driving at highway speeds from 55 - 80 mph.
DC_Alternator_4
Jan 19, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
DC_Alternator_5
Jan 19, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
A8023122062583_2
Jan 17, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This bulletin provides instructions for when the customer advises that there is insufficient or uneven cabin heating from the HVAC system.
DC_Alternator_3
Jan 12, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
A9123592036576_7
Jan 9, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This bulletin advises that the MMI screen may freeze, or go blank and then restart when a special character like a symbol or emoticon is used in the name field for contact(s).
DC_Alternator_2
Jan 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
A4623402069078_1
Jan 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin contains instructions for when the zirconium inserts found to be not firmly attached during service work.
DC_Alternator
Dec 22, 2022
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
DC_RECALLS
Dec 19, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
A572200202203210
Dec 9, 2022
171200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
A462234203418122
Aug 11, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
A4822342065978_2
Jul 19, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin explains that the steering wheel may warm up while being held leading to the impression that he steering wheel isn't heating evenly.
A4822342065978_2
Jul 19, 2022
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin explains that the steering wheel may warm up while being held leading to the impression that he steering wheel isn't heating evenly.
A4822342065978_2
Jul 19, 2022
012000 STEERING:STEERING WHEEL /HANDLE BAR:HAND HEATER/COOLER
This bulletin explains that the steering wheel may warm up while being held leading to the impression that he steering wheel isn't heating evenly.
A922230203815112
Jul 14, 2022
137000 VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
A642285202055211
Jul 5, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin provides instructions on how to properly clean exterior glass.
A642285202055211
Jul 5, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides instructions on how to properly clean exterior glass.
A4622332051095_7
Jun 9, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
A4622332051095_7
Jun 9, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
A462232203418121
Jun 3, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
44133820344451
Jun 1, 2022
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Message "TPMS" in dash insert
A4522262067132_1
May 23, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin contains instructions for when the message "Audi pre sense currently restricted. See owner's manual" is displayed in the instrument cluster without DTCs.
A4622312051095_6
May 19, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
A442292202256321
May 10, 2022
010000 STEERING
This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
A8722272041717_8
May 6, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This informational bulletin details on how to get a GFF test plan for A/C compressor replacements.
A872225201014617
Apr 16, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This bulletin contains instructions for properly cleaning and removing a musty odor from the heating and ventilation system.
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AUDI S4 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the AUDI S4 across all model years (1989, 2022).
43
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 (current) | 1 | 34 | |
| 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 | 2 | 54 | View |
| 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 |