2004 Audi S4 vs 2005 Audi S4
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Audi S4 | 2005 Audi S4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 29 | 43 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 121 | 213 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 55,000 mi | 56,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi S4 | Audi S4 |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 33 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 4 |
| Engine | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility | 3 | 1 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 |
2004 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.