2007 Audi S4
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2007
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2007: 13 complaints
View as data table
| 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 | 33 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
8 of 13 total reports mention: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
My 2007 Audi rs-4 quattro sedan had a brake malfunction of some sort that caused the front wheels to lock even while the esp system was active and ABS was in proper working order and the vehicle displayed no warnings on the info display.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-03-10
Also filed under Seat belts and service brakes, hydraulic
Do to a recall, I had my 2007 Audi S4 Cabriolet front two airbags replaced. Airbag light came on immediately after replacement. I have been told I will need to pay for a new seat belt assembly ordered direct from germany for $1172.00 usd.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-10-28
Pursuant to NHTSA recall 18V427 and 18V082 I am having a very hard time getting the necessary repairs done to my vehicle. I called sonnen Audi in san rafael, ca last year and they were not prepared to repair the Takata recalls.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-30
Power train
2 of 13 total reports mention: power train.
Engine
2 of 13 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving to New York city from North Carolina on interstate 95, I encountered heavy traffic around silver spring, md.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-29
Also filed under Steering and wheels
Electrical system
2 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.
Seat belts
2 of 13 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2018-03-30Air bags17V032000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
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.
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2018-06-29Air bags18V427000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2007 Audi S4 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 17V032000 · Air bags
- Recall 18V427000 · Air bags
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2007 Audi S4 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Audi S4?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 Audi S4 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.