2013 Audi S4: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 Audi S4: 1 recall, 33 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #14V667000 · 2014 · 101,938 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Audi a4 and s4 vehicles manufactured February 16, 2012, to October 21, 2014, and 2013-2015 Audi allroad vehicles manufactured March 12, 2012, to October 21, 2014. Due to an improper algorithm in the air bag control module, if a crash necessitates deployment of the side air bags, a second impact to the front of the vehicle May…
Why it matters: If the front air bags do not deploy in the event of a secondary impact to the front of the vehicle, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (19): the most common themes are steering problems (19).
- Transmission & drivetrain (9): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (6), noise or vibration (3).
- Engine (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2013 Audi S4 has 33 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 28 S4 model years for complaints (1.6× the average S4 year). Complaints peaked in 2013 (15 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 5,100 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (22 complaints, 1 recalls), 2014 (17 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 28 | 21 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Audi S4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2013 Audi S4. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2013 Audi S4 problems?
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (19), transmission & drivetrain (9), engine (4).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Audi S4 get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic (AM-S7)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2013 Audi S4 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.