2013 Audi S4
This year had at least 30% fewer 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.
- Complaints
- 33
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Steering
Campaigns on file for 2013
None on file
58% of complaints
Complaints per year
2013: 33 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.
Steering
58% · 19 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Starting around February 2, 2013 my vehicle started displaying intermittent bizarre steering behavior. The issues were two fold.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-02-16
My 2013 Audi S4 exhibits an alarming tendency to weave from side to side without a steering input. This occurs without a change in steering wheel position, vehicle speed, or change in road surface or prevailing wind direction.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-28
Power train
27% · 9 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Transmission fail while driving and stationary at traffic light.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-26
At times Vehicle suddenly loses power and displays âtransmission malfunction:you may continue drivingâ but then fails to accelerate to or maintain highway speeds.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-25
Dsg issues. Clunking when downshifting into 1ST / 2ND when stopping. Shift hesitation on upshift as well .
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-11
Engine
12% · 4 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Engine mount failure at 60,000 miles
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-24
Lost all coolant due to radiator leak from road hazard damage caused by bad design of front lower grill. It has no protective mesh and clear openings for rocks to protrude.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-24
Electrical system
6% · 2 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-12-30
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2014-11-11Air bags14V667000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2013 Audi S4 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 19 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 14V667000 · Air bags
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- Is the 2013 Audi S4 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Audi S4 is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Audi S4?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 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.