Is the 2010 Audi S4 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Audi S4 is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Audi S4?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 70% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2010 Audi S4 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

2010 Audi S4

◆ Worse than typical

2010 Audi S4
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This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 60
Recalls: 0
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Power train

Complaints per year

2010: 60 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

70% · 42 reports

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Unknown

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-09-22

Also filed under Engine and fuel/propulsion system

Gearbox malfunction and TPMS malfunction while driving on the road within the city about 45MPH I felt a slight jerk and immediately following the warnings came on in the dashboard "Tire pressure!

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-09

Also filed under Electrical system

Gearbox malfunction

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-02

Engine and engine cooling

18% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing cooling system.

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2010 Audi S4 water pump failure -- this complaint is identical to the previous two complaints surrounding this model's water pump failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-10-02

This has been a known issue to many 2010 Audi S4 owners. Many of them reported a waterpump failure basically under any circumstances, I.e., highway driving, cornering, and low speed driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-08-30

I am writing to complain about a design flaw that has been identified in the waterpump used in the 2010 Audi S4 3.0T.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-08-29

Electrical system

10% · 6 reports

Engine

7% · 4 reports

Vehicle speed control

3% · 2 reports

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2010Complaint volume 60 complaints filed for this model year.

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2010 Audi S4 — pre-purchase inspection

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Power train: 42 reports on file for this year.
Engine and engine cooling: 11 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Audi S4 reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Audi S4 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Audi S4?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 70% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Audi S4 have?: No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.