MYRModel Year Report

2018 Audi S4

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2018 Audi S4
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:39:26.600Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
7

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2018

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 16 complaints 1994: 7 complaints 1995: 1 complaint 1996: 0 complaints 1996 2000: 143 complaints 2001: 87 complaints 2002: 22 complaints 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 29 complaints 2005: 43 complaints 2006: 30 complaints 2007: 13 complaints 2007 2008: 4 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 60 complaints 2011: 26 complaints 2011 2012: 22 complaints 2013: 33 complaints 2014: 17 complaints 2015: 1 complaint 2018: 7 complaints 2018 7 2019: 2 complaints 2020: 17 complaints 2021: 2 complaints 2021 2022: 1 complaint
1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 16 complaints 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaint 1996: 0 complaints 1996 2000: 143 complaints 2001: 87 complaints 2001 2002: 22 complaints 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 29 complaints 2005: 43 complaints 2005 2006: 30 complaints 2007: 13 complaints 2007 2008: 4 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 60 complaints 2011: 26 complaints 2011 2012: 22 complaints 2013: 33 complaints 2013 2014: 17 complaints 2015: 1 complaint 2018: 7 complaints 2018 7 2019: 2 complaints 2020: 17 complaints 2021: 2 complaints 2021 2022: 1 complaint
1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 16 complaints 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaint 1996: 0 complaints 1996 2000: 143 complaints 2001: 87 complaints 2001 2002: 22 complaints 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 29 complaints 2005: 43 complaints 2005 2006: 30 complaints 2007: 13 complaints 2007 2008: 4 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 60 complaints 2011: 26 complaints 2011 2012: 22 complaints 2013: 33 complaints 2013 2014: 17 complaints 2015: 1 complaint 2015 2018: 7 complaints 2018 7 2019: 2 complaints 2019 2020: 17 complaints 2021: 2 complaints 2021 2022: 1 complaint

2018: 7 complaints

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YearComplaints
19890
19900
19910
19925
199316
19947
19951
19960
2000143
200187
200222
20031
200429
200543
200630
200713
20084
20090
201060
201126
201222
201333
201417
20151
20187
20192
202017
20212
20221

Known problem areas

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

4 of 7 total reports mention: engine.

Show complaint excerpts

Water pump defect for the 3.0L ea839 turbo engine found across many Porsche and Audi models. Defect causes damage to vacuum lines, thermostat, and can eventually lead to engine failure if not resolved.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-06

My 2018 Audi S4 has a catastrophic engine failure issue and this is common with the EA839 engine. There is a knocking in the motor that is caused by internal engine parts (rocker arms needle bearings) becoming loose and dislodged.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-13

PCV housing and lines failed. Caused pressure to build up thus shooting off the oil cap shooting oil everywhere! in addition to that it is a huge fire hazard considering the turbo is right next to it.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-07

Vehicle speed control

1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Suspension

1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.

Structure

1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

Service brakes

1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2019-09-09Air bags19V547000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2018 S5 Cabriolet, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, S4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, and 2017-2018 A4 Sedan and A4 Allroad vehicles.

    Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install cable ties to the harness, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 74D9.

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  2. R
    2022-01-07Air bags, seats21V874000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2017-2020 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe, 2019 RS5 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, and Audi S5 Sportback vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the connecting cable and either the heating mat or entire seat cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

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Buy-smart checklist

2018 Audi S4 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 19V547000 · Air bags
  • Recall 21V874000 · Air bags, seats
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2018 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 2018 Audi S4?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 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.