2011 Audi S4
Only 26 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 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 26
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2011
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2011: 26 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 26 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
22 of 26 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
I was exiting off of the interstate and the car began to sputter. I had to cut 3 cars off to pull onto to the shoulder, where the car continued to lose power and eventually died.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-30
Also filed under Engine
While traveling at approximately 40 MPH, a warning message came up do the dashboard saying "Gearbox malfunction, reverse gear not available, you can still drive". At the same time, the TPMS warning indicator came on.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-01-07
This issue concerns my Audi 2011 S4, a car that I took delivery on in April, 2011. I have had numerous problems with the car since the delivery, however, it is a safety concern that has caused this specific filing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-23
Engine
5 of 26 total reports mention: engine.
Electrical system
2 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 26 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Suspension
1 of 26 total reports mentions: suspension.
Show complaint excerpts
I recently purchased a brand new 2011 Audi S4 sedan and had a suspension and/or alignment issue which caused the front driver side tire blow out on the highway, resulting in temporary loss of control.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-27
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2015-03-17Fuel system, gasoline15V019000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Audi S4, S5, Q7, 2012 Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails and corresponding seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2015.
Buy-smart checklist
2011 Audi S4 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 22 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15V019000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2011 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 2011 Audi S4?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 85% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Audi S4 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.