2000 Audi S4
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 2000 | 143 |
| 2001 | 87 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 29 |
| 2005 | 43 |
| 2006 | 30 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 4 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 60 |
| 2011 | 26 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
20% of complaints: electrical system — 29 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: tires — 19 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: tires — 16 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 15 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 13 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
AUDI USA HAS ENGINEERING CONTROL AND WERE CONTACTED AND PRESENT DURING REPAIR. UNDER VERY ICY CONDITIONS ON STRAIGHT ROAD, DURING ACCELERATION FROM VERY SLOW SPEED, VEHICLE PITCHED INTO OVERSTEER CONDITION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20001218
SAFETY TIMELINE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver frontal airbag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Campaign 21V470000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Audi S4 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (29 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 21V470000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Audi S4 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Audi S4 is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Audi S4?
The most-reported component is electrical system: instrument cluster/panel, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Audi S4 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.