Is the 2019 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 2019 Audi S4?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2019 Audi S4 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2019 Audi S4

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2019 Audi S4
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:34:47.867Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 2
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2019: 2 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 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2019 Audi S4. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the brakes locked up. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The Audi pre-sense message was also displayed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-05-04

Also filed under Lane departure

Lane departure

1 of 2 total reports mentions: lane departure, most commonly citing blind spot detection.

Engine

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine.

Show complaint excerpts

I don't know because dealer will not allow me to inspect engine or send me a response to what caused failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-06

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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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

2019 Audi S4 — pre-purchase inspection

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Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
Lane departure: 1 report on file for this year.
Engine: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 21V874000 · Air bags, seats

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FAQ

Is the 2019 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 2019 Audi S4?: The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 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.