2001 Audi S4
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 47 of 87 complaints (54%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Brakes include more crash reports (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 143 in 2000 to 87 in 2001.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | vs. 2001 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,300 | 4,300 | 4,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 18 | 18 | 18 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15 / 22 | 15–16 / 22 | 15 / 22 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 494 | 494 | 494 | |
| Complaints filed | 143 | 87 | 22 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 6 | 4 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 6 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2001 Audi S4 have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2001 Audi S4?
Electrical: 47 of 87 NHTSA complaints (54%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2001 Audi S4 get?
EPA rates it 18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2001 Audi S4?
EPA estimates $4,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 15 mpg (low) | 22 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 494 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 16 mpg (high) | 22 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 494 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 15 mpg (low) | 22 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 494 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 16 mpg (high) | 22 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 494 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 47 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE · Campaign 21V470000 · Jun 24, 2021
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2000-2001 Audi TT Coupe, TT Roadster, 2000-2002 A4, and S4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver Air Bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag may not properly protect the occupant, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver frontal airbag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69CJ.