2019 Audi S4 recalls

1 safety recall, 2 owner complaints. Official NHTSA data.

202120202019
1Recalls
2Complaints
0Crashes & fires reported
N/ANHTSA overall rating

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2019 Audi S4 recall list

Seats recall

21V-874
November 10, 2021 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Problem
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. The cable connecting the seat heater to the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) may have a contact fault, causing the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
Safety risk
A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
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. Audi's number for this recall is 74E3. This recall is an expansion of Recall 19V-547 (74D9). Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-547 will need to return for the new remedy.

2019 Audi S4 owner complaints

2 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Engine1
Service Brakes1
Lane Departure1

Recent complaints

March 6, 2025Engine

I don't know because dealer will not allow me to inspect engine or send me a response to what caused failure. Seems by the sounds coming from the top end of the motor most likely cause is that rocker arm (or possibly a valve train)component failed, noise coming from top end. Of course the failure was just after the 50k warranty by about 17 k miles. So roughly 66-67 k miles. The original estimate was a new long block at approx. 31k cost to me. Eventually after complaining significantly it was settled at 14k plus tax.

May 4, 2021Service BrakesLane Departure

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. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FLETCHER JONES AUDI (1523 W. NORTH AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60642, (312) 628-4300) HOWEVER, THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 19,800.

2019 Audi S4 crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2019 Audi S4 4 DR AWDNot ratedNot ratedNot rated★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2019 Audi S4: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning optional. Rollover risk: 9.9%.

2019 Audi S4 recall FAQ

Does the 2019 Audi S4 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2019 Audi S4. The most recent, filed November 10, 2021, concerns the seats.

What are the most common 2019 Audi S4 problems?

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is engine (1 reports), followed by service brakes.

Is the 2019 Audi S4 safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2019 Audi S4.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2019 Audi S4?

Contact any authorized Audi dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.