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2013 Audi S4 recalls and problems

1 recall and 33 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Audi S4.

1
recalls
33
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2013 Audi S4 recalls

Air bags

NHTSA campaign 14V667000 · reported October 24, 2014 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 101,938 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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 control module, if a crash necessitates deployment of the side air bags, a second impact to the front of the vehicle may not command the front air bags to also deploy.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 26, 2026 · Power train

Transmission fail while driving and stationary at traffic light. Main DTC: P179F00 - Drive sensor position: malfunction Additional DTC: P179E00 - Drive sensor position: electrical malfunction ABS: 00473 Parking brake: U111300 TCM: 01315 This situation occurred 3 times in the past 3 weeks while driving or being…

Jan 24, 2025 · Engine

Engine mount failure at 60,000 miles

Nov 25, 2024 · Power train

At times Vehicle suddenly loses power and displays “transmission malfunction:you may continue driving” but then fails to accelerate to or maintain highway speeds. Other times when vehicle is stopped in traffic the transmission delays engaging when pressing in the accelerator and thus causes an unexpected delay to…

Dec 30, 2022 · Electrical system

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 to Dec 16 at…

Oct 11, 2020 · Power train · 36,000 miles

DSG ISSUES. CLUNKING WHEN DOWNSHIFTING INTO 1ST / 2ND WHEN STOPPING. SHIFT HESITATION ON UPSHIFT AS WELL .

S4 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2010 06020
2011 12600
2012 12202
2013 13300
2014 11700
2015 1100

Across all years, the 2000 S4 has the most complaints (143). All Audi S4 years →

Questions

Does the 2013 Audi S4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Audi S4, the most recent reported on October 24, 2014 (Air bags). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Audi S4?
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (19 complaints), followed by power train (9).
How many 2013 Audi S4 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 33 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 26, 2026.