2007 Audi S4 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 26, 2023 · 13 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other S4 years
Fewer complaints than other years 13th of 23 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Audi S4. That ranks 13th out of 23 S4 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (8 complaints, 62%), typically at around 6,520 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Audi S4
Audi_S4_(B9)_FL in Stuttgart-Vaihingen. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2007 Audi S4 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Air Bags8 · ~6,520 mi
Electrical System2 · ~105,714 mi
Engine2 · ~137,668 mi
Power Train2 · ~86,882 mi
Seat Belts2 · ~13,000 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~73,428 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~13,000 mi
Steering1 · ~100,336 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~725 mi
Wheels1 · ~100,336 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags862%6,520——
Electrical System215%105,714——
Engine215%137,668——
Power Train215%86,882——
Seat Belts215%13,000——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)18%73,428——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic18%13,000——
Steering18%100,336——
Vehicle Speed Control18%725——
Wheels18%100,336——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2017, with 3 complaints
2007: 1200712008: 1200812014: 1201412015: 1201512017: 3201732018: 1201812019: 2201922020: 2202022023: 120231

n = 13 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2007 Audi S4 recalls (2)

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Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleJun 22, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V427000 · 237,947 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2005-2008 Audi A4 Sedan, A4 Avant, S4 Avant and S4 Sedan, 2007-2008 RS4 Sedan, 2004 RS4 Cabriolet, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2005-2011 A6 Sedan, 2006-2011 A6 Avant, and 2007-2011 S6 Sedan vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag with an alternate remedy part, free of charge. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69R7. Note: This recall supersedes recalls 16V382, 17V032 and 18V004 and includes vehicles that may have had their air bag previously replaced under one of those campaigns.

Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleJan 11, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V032000 · 33,421 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone B" above, Volkswagen is recalling certain 2005-2008 Audi A4 Avant, A4 Sedan, A6 Sedan, S4 Avant and S4 Sedan vehicles, 2007-2008 A4 Cabriolet, RS4 Sedan, S4 Cabriolet and S6 Sedan vehicles, and 2006-2008 A6 Avant and 2008 RS4 Cabriolet vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall number 18V427.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

My airbags were never replaced by Audi. I took my vehicle in for an oil change and to fix the recall I received in the mail (airbags) and was told they had none in stock. Why is this telling me I have no recalls when I still do? The only way that my vehicle has no recalls is if Audi said they fixed…

Air Bags · received Jan 26, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11503739

Audi has used a timing chain in the 4.2l v8 engine. Because timing chains are typically very reliable, the chain has been placed at the rear of the engine near the firewall. The problem is that the timing tensioners are made of plastic and prone to breakage. This can result in catastrophic engine…

Engine · received Nov 15, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11374788

Tire separation from casing and maker not communicating re: stated warranty/.

Electrical System · received Aug 13, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11349067

Do to a recall, i had my 2007 audi s4 cabriolet front two airbags replaced. Airbag light came on immediately after replacement. I have been told i will need to pay for a new seat belt assembly ordered direct from germany for $1172.00 usd. (not including install fee) please advise.

Air Bags · received Oct 28, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11271708

Pursuant to nhtsa recall 18v427 and 18v082 i am having a very hard time getting the necessary repairs done to my vehicle. I called sonnen audi in san rafael, ca last year and they were not prepared to repair the takata recalls. Later this year in february i called again. I was scheduled for a…

Air Bags · received May 30, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11210863

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Audi S4?

Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 8 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Audi S4?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2007 Audi S4 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S4 model years, the 2007 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.