2000 Audi S4 vs 2001 Audi S4
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Audi S4 | 2001 Audi S4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 143 | 87 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 76 | 75 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi S4 | Audi S4 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 49 | 47 |
| Tires | 37 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 31 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 11 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 10 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 3 |
| Seats | 1 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 5 |
| Overheating | 0 | 7 |
2000 Audi S4
2001 Audi S4
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.