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2004 Audi A4 / S4 repairs by problem area
Engine (49%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (2%)
Chart based on 552 repairs.
2004 Audi A4 / S4 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (6%)
$1000 - $2499 (14%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (35%)
< $100 (29%)
Chart based on 441 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 Audi S4 4dr Wagon
340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Audi S4 in New York, United States Jun 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jan 200935000 miUS $500 | Headlight adjustment, interior mirror replaced warranty $500 | ||
| Sep 200944000 miUS $180 | AC need recharge, not under warranty | ||
| Jan 2010US $50 | Automatic gearbox manual gear selector would not upshift. Electronic board ordered under extend warranty | ||
| Aug 201057000 miUS $2000 | AC works intermitently, Repairs $2000, Audi would pay $1000 of the repair in assistance but delaying repair. | ||
| Audi S4 in New York, United States Oct 2007 - Apr 2020 | |||
| Jul 200939000 mi | Air conditioner wasn't working. The air conditioning compressor needed replacement. The work was covered under the Audi CPO warranty. While there, they also changed oil, filters and fluids. | ||
| Sep 200940000 miUS $50 | Driver window regulator failed - apparently a very common problem for Audi/VW. | ||
| Jan 201041200 miUS $50 | Power steering system lost all fluid to a leak. Leak was fixed, fluid replaced. | ||
| Apr 201042000 miUS $50 | Fluid leak required replacement of oil pan. Part is cheap, but access requires full engine removal in this car. Repair was covered under CPO warranty. | ||
| Jul 201044000 miUS $800 | Failed electrical connection in steering wheel led to traction control problem (system erroneously found car losing grip, leading to dangerous random overrides of driving inputs). Part replaced. | ||
| Audi S4 in Nevada, United States May 2009 - Apr 2010 | |||
| Jun 200971000 miUS $275 | replace trunk latch actuator | ||
| Audi S4 in Colorado, United States Jun 2011 - Jul 2012 | |||
| Jul 201173500 miUS $100 | Replaced front left turn signal bulb and socket, replaced key fob batteries, reprogrammed keys. To change bulb have to remove and then reinstall and re-aim entire headlamp assembly. Replaced front left turn signal bulb and socket, replaced key fob batteries, reprogrammed kets | ||
| Jul 201292000 miUS $1000 | Fuel pump failed. Fuel filter also replaced. | ||
2004 Audi S4 4dr Wagon
340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD
| Audi S4 in Alberta, Canada May 2011 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Sep 201121700 miC $800 | Airbag light on. Passenger side seat airbag module replaces. Sensor connector had been previously replaced. | ||
| Dec 201124800 miC $1000 | Driver's side aux rad damaged by rock, slight coolant loss over 1 month. Replaced radiator. Red oil pressure warning light. No other symptoms (ie. no rough idle, no low oil level, etc.). Towed to dealer - unable to reproduce or diagnose. Replaced oil pressure sensor / transmitter at owner's request. | ||
| Jan 201226040 miC $140 | Intermittent lean code. Every other month, unable to diagnose, so code cleared. | ||
| Mar 201227900 miC $2000 | Brought car in for alignment due to steering wheel off-center; found upper control arm bushings cracked on drivers side; replaced both side as well as seized tie-rod | ||
| Jun 201341540 miC $900 | Random clunking at front under light acceleration; replaced sway bar bushing and end-links. Problem not resolved; now looking at corroded front subframe replacement. | ||
| Jul 201342240 miC $3000 | Replaced corroded front subframe and lower control arms due to worn bushings. | ||
| Nov 201345880 miC $400 | Rear latch mechanism failed; unable to close hatch. Replaced latch. | ||
| Jun 201450220 miC $600 | Passenger aux radiator damaged by rock and slowly leaking coolant. Not an uncommon issue and exacerbated by winter gravel in Alberta. Replaced part. | ||
| Aug 201455800 miC $600 | Leaking valve cover gaskets; replaced. | ||
| Jun 201565720 miC $400 | Battery replaced after car failed to start; reset modules as required. | ||
| Nov 201585040 miC $1200 | Leak between steering pump and steering rack. | ||
| Audi S4 in California, United States Apr 2017 - May 2021 | |||
| Oct 2017144000 miUS $18715 | Radiator and major hoses Replace front and rear subframe due to corrosion and failing bushings Alternator retrofit to adapt later model (2004 mid year change) unit. Replace in-tank fuel pump Replace shocks Reseal valve covers, oil pan to address oil leaks Replace Master Window Switch Replace wheel bearings and carriers, control arms | ||
| Feb 2018146000 miUS $1470 | Trans & Diff Fluid Service, Driveshaft Replacement, Transmission Outshaft Replacement | ||
| Mar 2018147500 miUS $307 | Output shaft seal replacement, install owner-provided replacement driveshaft replace exhaust clamps tighten front suspension links replace motor mounts replace interior trunk dome light assemble, troubleshoot intermittent connection | ||
| Audi S4 in New York, United States May 2012 - May 2014 | |||
| Apr 2013115000 miUS $7500 | Main timing chain guide rail broke - requires removal of engine OR transmission to repair. Predictable failure at 100K miles, prefaced by noise on startup. Replaced clutch at same time since that was planned and tranny was out. | ||
| Audi S4 in Ontario, Canada Aug 2015 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Sep 2016158100 miC $1800 | Intermittent starting. Replaced MAF, fuel filter and then fuel pump. | ||
2004 Audi S4 4dr Sedan
340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Audi S4 in North Carolina, United States Aug 2012 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Jan 201393000 miUS $400 | Front passenger wheel bearing. | ||
| Oct 201394000 miUS $3500 | Catalytic converters stopped up and flex couplers blew out on exhaust mid pipes. Replaced mid pipes (required) and cat back (pro actively). Opted for aftermarket parts reducing part costs about 50%. | ||
| May 201494000 miUS $425 | MAF element cover came off and lodged in throttle body MAF replaced. Luckily cover didn't enter intake or engine. | ||
| Nov 2016103000 miUS $2000 | Catalytic convert replacement. | ||
| Dec 2016103000 mi | Fuel trim issue never resolved. | ||
| Audi S4 in British Columbia, Canada Feb 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Mar 200937820 mi | Replace one coil. | ||
| Sep 200942160 mi | replace one cat | ||
| Sep 201049600 miC $1500 | leaking aux rads | ||
| Audi S4 in California, United States Oct 2010 - Oct 2011 | |||
| Apr 2011106000 miUS $400 | replaced valve cover gasket on both sides, was leaking oil, 1 quart every 100 mile or so | ||
| Audi S4 in Illinois, United States Feb 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Mar 200939000 miUS $1200 | Driver side auxiliary radiator and associated hose(s). | ||
| Audi S4 in California, United States Oct 2012 - Jul 2013 | |||
| Nov 2012107800 miUS $355 | Driver's side inner CV boot split at outer retainer ring Both windshied washer nozzles stopped working. Diagnosis revealed split OEM washer fluid pipe on driver's side. Dealer attempted to shrink heat-tube around it without permission, did not work. | ||
| Dec 2012110000 miUS $45 | Oil pressure sensor physically broke, allowing large amounts of motor oil to leak through the small plastic fitting ONLY while running. | ||
| Jul 2013115000 mi | The OEM washer hoses became brittle and basically disintegrated. Probably due to excessive heat. I'd suggest that, if your hoses are working, to wrap them with some sort of heat shielding wrap, even if you've installed new ones. | ||
| Audi S4 in Alaska, United States Jul 2014 - Oct 2016 | |||
| Sep 201479000 miUS $450 | Transmission revving high before changing gears | ||
| Oct 201479000 mi | Secondary air system problem emissions | ||
| Sep 201694000 miUS $450 | Outer tie rods | ||
| Oct 201694000 miUS $450 | Belt broke serpentine | ||
| Audi S4 in California, United States Dec 2014 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Jan 2015US $760 | Fuel pump failed. | ||
| Audi S4 in Minnesota, United States May 2013 - Feb 2016 | |||
| Dec 201365000 miUS $700 | Intake gaskets. | ||
| Apr 201577200 miUS $5600 | Rear main seal needed replacement. | ||
| Feb 201683000 mi | Valve cover gaskets | ||
| Audi S4 in Ontario, Canada Feb 2018 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Mar 2018101680 miC $1160 | Change front outer tie rods, alignment, safety certification. Change front upper control arms. | ||
2004 Audi S4 4dr Sedan
340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD
| Audi S4 in Indiana, United States Mar 2010 - Mar 2017 | |||
| May 2010103000 miUS $121 | Replaced: 079103483K (1) 079103483L (1) 077103487B (2) 079103487A (3) 049103491 (4) | ||
| Sep 2011120502 miUS $25 | Fuel pump went bonkers, car wouldn't start, left me stranded @ grocery store for 20 mins before it allowed the car to start to limp home. The only forewarning was improved gas mileage the previous 3 fill-ups. Replaced with OEM B7 S4 exhaust hangers to pull muffler tips tighter to the bumper reliefs. | ||
| Dec 2011123723 miUS $580 | Torn upper control arm bushings caused squeaking and knocking noises when engaging suspension travel. Replaced front upper (both on both sides), front lower (both on both sides), and swaybar endlinks with Meyle HD components. | ||
| May 2012127740 miUS $138 | A month prior to the repair date, the fuel level would not read more than 3/4 full, with the tank topped off. Culprit was the pass-side fuel level sending unit. Repair req'd using the fuel level down to be able to reach the sensor. | ||
| Aug 2012128200 miUS $64 | Cyl 8 spark plug fouled with oil deposits. Cyl 7 also showed oil deposits, but not as much as cyl 8. | ||
| Jun 2013131429 miUS $139 | The shift linkage cross rod popped the joint and prevented moving the shifter left/right into the 1-2 and 5-6 gates, and also made it hard to shift into 4th w/o grinding. Left me with only 3rd gear while driving in town. No forewarning. The shift linkage cross rod popped the joint and prevented moving the shifter left/right into the 1-2 and 5-6 gates, and also made it hard to shift into 4th w/o grinding. Left me with only 3rd gear while driving in town. No forewarning. | ||
| Jul 2013131229 miUS $36 | Matte finish coating on driver-side door switch plate gets a lot of wear over the years from finger nails while finding the window switches. Couldn't find a way to restore the finish, so I replaced it. | ||
| Dec 2013134646 miUS $51 | Issue was related to the Electric trunk lock release solenoid aka the actuator that opens your boot lid when you hit the trunk release button on the fob or hit the switch above the license plate. The actuator was not opening the boot lid. Issue was related to the electric trunk lock release solenoid aka the actuator that opens your boot lid when you hit the trunk release button on the fob or hit the switch above the license plate. The actuator was not opening the boot lid. | ||
| Apr 2015137000 miUS $78 | Wiper transmission seized. | ||
| Jun 2015138000 mi | Steering wheel vibration at speeds above 55mph when accelerating or decelerating. | ||
| Audi S4 in Hawaii, United States May 2011 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Dec 201178000 miUS $650 | Heater hose leaking. Required removing the trans and cutting out the catalytic converter. | ||
| Audi S4 in California, United States Jun 2005 - Aug 2008 | |||
| Jan 200520000 mi | Adjusted manifold bolt - fixed rough idle. no other problems in 4 years. great car | ||
| Audi S4 in Florida, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Dec 200986000 mi | Valve cover gaskets. serpentine belt, pulley, & tensioner TSB | ||
| Audi S4 in California, United States Feb 2010 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Jul 201116000 mi | oil leak pass side valve cover | ||
| Audi S4 in New Hampshire, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| May 201070000 miUS $2200 | AC was not working, compressor needed to replaced & because of metal bit of the failed compressor were in the dryer it needed to be replaced as well. | ||
| Audi S4 in New Jersey, United States May 2011 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jun 201178000 miUS $3800 | Replaced A/C compressor and all related components Replaced A/C compressor and all related components | ||
| Audi S4 in Georgia, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Oct 200958000 miUS $500 | Valve cover gaskets. Coolant expansion tank. | ||
| Mar 201063000 miUS $1300 | water pump/thermostat replaced Replaced engine mount and snub mount. CV boot replaced. | ||
| Audi S4 in Arizona, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Oct 200937000 miUS $200 | AC compressor failure | ||
| May 201040000 miUS $400 | valve cover gasket leak | ||
| May 201256300 miUS $150 | power steering pump | ||
| Nov 201258300 miUS $250 | tie rod bushings worn - replaced fuel leak at tank coupling | ||
| May 201360000 mi | replaced sunroof potentiometer, coolant overflow bottle leaking | ||
| Aug 201362000 miUS $400 | o ring in system failed battery cable corroded | ||
| Sep 201362000 miUS $50 | gas filler neck seal torn- seal replaced | ||
| Oct 201467500 miUS $540 | Pass front window inoperable - replaced window regulator | ||
| Mar 201677000 miUS $120 | Replaced right rear window regulator | ||
| May 201677600 miUS $150 | replace drivers front window regulator | ||
| Dec 201888000 miUS $600 | pads and rotors,front and rear | ||
| Mar 201989000 miUS $1500 | Radiator leak - replaced main radiator | ||
| Dec 201991000 miUS $1500 | O2 sensor and harness replaced | ||
| Audi S4 in Washington, United States Dec 2009 - Aug 2014 | |||
| Mar 201170000 miUS $400 | Sticky caliper and a worn bearing drivers side | ||
| Sep 201174000 miUS $600 | Lower control arms and bushings, normal for this mileage. Added H&R lowering sport springs and Hankook RS-3's while at the shop. | ||
| Apr 201388500 miUS $200 | Sunroof control unit | ||
| Jun 201391000 miUS $1800 | Delphi alternator in these cars a known weakness. Replaced with an upgraded Hitachi unit that required a couple of updates to the existing water cooling for the alternator. | ||
| Oct 201394500 miUS $700 | Starter motor replacement | ||
| Jul 2014102300 miUS $1200 | Power steering pump failed | ||
| Audi S4 in Wisconsin, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Dec 2009103000 miUS $5000 | Camshaft adjuster. Only way to repair is to pull the engine Valve spring failure on Cyl 3 - engine is going to be replaced | ||
| Jul 2010108000 miUS $35 | High Pressure switch failed Failure of wheel bearing and control arm Rough idling - dealer couldn't replicate and no DTC warnings found | ||
| Jun 2011115000 miUS $700 | Leaking transmission seal dripping on exhaust | ||
| Audi S4 in Washington, United States Oct 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jan 2017115000 miUS $3500 | Replaced radiator + hoses, transmission cooler due to leaks. Replaced alternator. | ||
| Apr 2017122000 miUS $1000 | Replaced motor mounts due to leaks and lack of engine rigidity. Replaced driver window regulator due to excessive noise and inconsistent window operation. | ||
| May 2018135000 miUS $700 | Replaced clutch slave cylinder due to no pressure in the clutch pedal. Bled system. | ||
| Audi S4 in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2010 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Feb 201150300 miUS $940 | One of aux radiators started to leak and needed to be replaced | ||
| May 201469000 miUS $950 | Middle muffler rotted through. Had to change the exhaust from after the cats | ||
| Sep 201470000 miUS $650 | Self-diagnosed. Starter motor failed. Replaced with OEM. Messy 5 hour job so ordered part and gave it to a good local shop. Noticed a few non-critical engine oil leaks and a weeping coolant hose (clamp replaced). | ||
| Apr 201884000 miUS $3000 | Failed alternator. Shredded the belt. Required replacement including tensioner. Since alternator model was only used for one year, it is no longer available so modification kit required to adapt for newer model. | ||
| Audi S4 in Massachusetts, United States May 2010 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Jul 201183000 miUS $420 | Front passenger window regulator replacement | ||
| Feb 201292000 miUS $700 | Leaking radiator replaced. | ||
| Sep 201297000 miUS $1500 | Front ball joints all worn, replaced all stab links and tie rod ends. Oxygen sensor failure. | ||
| Audi S4 in Nevada, United States Dec 2015 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Aug 2016117400 miUS $600 | Replace a/c compressor Timing chain guide has broken (plastic guide) and is allowing chain to slack and sounds horrible when idling. | ||
| Audi S4 in Georgia, United States Jul 2010 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Feb 201470000 miUS $220 | Original OEM starter began to fail in the fall season with colder temperatures in the winter the issue was increasingly frequent. Ordered part online and installed in garage. | ||
| May 201688900 miUS $250 | Low Pressure Power Steering return line that runs next to the exhaust manifold failed. Cracked after years of heat cycles. | ||
| Sep 201696000 miUS $2500 | Alternator replacement | ||
| Audi S4 in Georgia, United States Aug 2012 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Dec 201266000 miUS $210 | Power steering pump spline connector and sleeve replaced. | ||
| Audi S4 in Minnesota, United States Aug 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Oct 200850000 miUS $50 | The compressor went out on the AC. In order to replace the $600 part, the bumper and other front-end parts needed to be removed. | ||
| Audi S4 in Maryland, United States Oct 2008 - Oct 2014 | |||
| Aug 2010142000 miUS $1200 | Driver's side front window regulator needed replacement. Control Arm bushings worn. Replaced entire front suspension (upper and lower control arms) with Mayle kit. | ||
| Oct 2010146300 miUS $138 | Obviously a bad fuel guage sender, but Anchor Audi (never go there again) wasted time and only ran a VAG on the dashboard gauges. Even I know that the back seat needed to be removed and an ohmmeter run across the sender contacts. Sigh... | ||
| Jun 2011153000 miUS $508 | Recharged A/C myself thought not clearly needed. Afterwards A/C would shut off. It turns out I had overcharged the R34, and the shop had to evac and refill the system to proper specs. | ||
| Oct 2011158500 miUS $520 | Fuel level sender replaced Fuel vapor canister replaced after CEL. | ||
| Jul 2012172000 miUS $520 | Front passenger side window regulator needed replacement. | ||
| Aug 2012173800 miUS $35 | Had to replace front turn signal bulb socket. | ||
| Oct 2012178000 mi | Wheel bearings needed replacement. | ||
| Nov 2012179500 miUS $2600 | Upper control arm and mount | ||
| Feb 2013186000 miUS $900 | Removed and replaced serpentine belt due to wear. Replaced coolant reservoir. It had small crack in it, and coolant was crystalizing on the outside of the tank. | ||
| Apr 2013187700 miUS $1630 | Right Front axle and left upper control arm needed replacement. (suspension noises and irregular tire wear) | ||
| Jul 2014206000 mi | Developed a radiator leak in the secondary radiator on the front passenger side of the car. It needed replacing. I had starter replaced due to the common problem with B6 Audis. During cold weather, the starter will not turn over. I've dealt with the problem for years, just patiently waiting for the car to start, but i decided to end the suffering. | ||
| Audi S4 in Texas, United States Nov 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Apr 200957000 miUS $100 | Upper control arms | ||
| Aug 200964000 miUS $150 | Auxiliary radiator leak. | ||
| Audi S4 in Maryland, United States Jul 2008 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Jan 200952000 miUS $60 | Ignition Coil went bad and was replaced by me. | ||
| Mar 200954000 miUS $50 | Another Ignition coil went bad. Replaced in an hour by me. | ||
| May 200957000 miUS $125 | My front passenger side window regulator went bad (known VW/Audi problem). The regulator was successfully replaced by me. | ||
| May 201066000 miUS $300 | My fuel pump died. Part was replaced by me. | ||
| Aug 201069000 mi | Auxiliary radiator was leaking. Part replaced by me. | ||
| Nov 201073000 miUS $220 | The inner cv boot on my front drivers side axle was torn. The part was successfully replaced by me. | ||
| Jun 201180000 miUS $300 | I was having a slight vibration at certain speeds so I changed out the outer tie rods. While working I noticed the control arms and inner tie rods were going bad as well. So I replaced them all while I already had the car apart. | ||
| Jul 201181000 miUS $50 | One of my O2 sensors went bad and i replaced it myself. | ||
| Apr 201287000 miUS $250 | The dual mass flywheel started to fail by separation which is a known failure point of the b6s4. A vibration could be felt when reving the car. The part was replaced successfully by me. | ||
| Audi S4 in California, United States Jun 2013 - Jan 2014 | |||
| Oct 201385500 miUS $3000 | Warped valve covers, broken lumbar support | ||
| Jan 201488000 miUS $450 | Faulty crank position sensor | ||
| Audi S4 in Tennessee, United States May 2015 - Jun 2015 | |||
| May 2015157000 miUS $300 | Replace leaking valve cover gaskets | ||
| Audi S4 in Michigan, United States Jan 2014 - Oct 2014 | |||
| Oct 2014121000 mi | Timing chain guide failure, caused the chain to skip tooth, bend valves, then scorch the cylinder walls and piston tops. | ||
| Audi S4 in Nebraska, United States Nov 2008 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Sep 200984000 miUS $25 | Coolant overfill tank cracked and leaking. | ||
| Jun 201084000 miUS $150 | Valve cover gaskets replaced. | ||
| Oct 201090000 miUS $300 | Accessory belt and tensioner bad. Both replaced | ||
| Audi S4 in New Jersey, United States Nov 2008 - Jan 2011 | |||
| Feb 200952000 miUS $350 | Passenger side auxilary radiator. | ||
| Aug 200958000 miUS $500 | Very slight water damage in driver and passenger footwell, caused damage to telematics and comfort module. Also required reprogramming. | ||
| Sep 201068000 miUS $150 | Front right window regulator replaced | ||
| Audi S4 in Quebec, Canada - Sep 2005 | |||
| Sep 200519840 mi | Changing block motor due to invalid boost pressure in cylinder 4 & 8 caused by malfunction in cylinder 2. Approx. cost by the dealer and audi 20k$. | ||
| Audi S4 in Connecticut, United States May 2011 - Apr 2013 | |||
| Aug 201171000 miUS $700 | Problem with shifter. Replaced rear sway bar, brake pads, suspension end links. | ||
| Dec 201173000 miUS $200 | Sand blast and paint inside of valve covers and replace gaskets | ||
| Feb 201274800 mi | coolant sensor replaced, fuel filter replaced, inside of valve covers sanblasted and painted Still failed to start when warm, replaced the cam position sensor | ||
| Aug 201281000 mi | one tie-rod end frozen, one old and sloppy | ||
| Oct 201283500 miUS $50 | The car developed shifting problems. We were convinced that the trans was OK, but you never know. Turns out the Oxy sensor wire was wrapped around the linkage and once freed, all was well. | ||
| Dec 201286000 miUS $300 | Replaced a shifting bushing and "evacuated" those pesky cats | ||
| Mar 201388000 miUS $200 | reset idiot light. replaced o2 sensor | ||
| Audi S4 in New York, United States Jun 2011 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jan 201237300 miUS $30 | after a 1000k trip, i noticed that the fuel pump was making a loud mechanical noise on initial start up and ended after 30sec. , googled the problem, fuel pump VS fuel filter..?? replaced the fuel filter and fuel pump noise disappeared. | ||
| Jun 201239654 miUS $290 | changed both driver and passenger window regulators. | ||
| May 201343000 miUS $2300 | changed both driver and passenger window regulators. Both aux radiators were found to be leaking coolant on the back side. Had them pulled and replaces with OEM parts and hoses. small coolant leak on both right and left front of car. both right and left auxiliary radiators rusted because of debris from low air intake position , design flaw.! full coolant replaced , radiator hoses replaced. | ||
| Jun 201342000 miUS $1600 | small coolant leak on both right and left front of car. both right and left auxiliary radiators rusted because of debris from low air intake position , design flaw.! full coolant replaced , radiator hoses replaced. | ||
| Nov 201454000 miUS $3500 | Began hearing a ticking noise from engine compartment. Took to several locations and found that a/c compressor had failed. It was winter so no noticeable difference was noticed. Had compressor replaced with OEM parts and systems refilled. | ||
| Audi S4 in California, United States Jan 2012 - Feb 2012 | |||
| Feb 201282000 miUS $110 | Fan Broke | ||
| Audi S4 in California, United States Apr 2010 - Feb 2015 | |||
| Aug 201099300 miUS $750 | Fuel gauge gives incorrect reading. Replaced fuel floaters in gas tank. Fuel reading is still incorrect, in fact, it's worse. Still attempting to repair. Rubber boot torn on front axle. Rebuild axle and reinstall. | ||
| Nov 2010103300 mi | Passenger side floater was reading twice the normal Ohm rating, replaced unit. | ||
| Jun 2011114000 miUS $3200 | Radiator had slow leak. It was replaced. | ||
| Sep 2011118000 miUS $450 | Power steering hose ruptured. Replaced part. | ||
| May 2012122500 miUS $600 | Noticed smell of burning oil. Valve cover gaskets leaking, had them replaced. | ||
| Feb 2014129000 miUS $100 | Coolant reservoir tank cracked and leaking, replace failed part. | ||
| Jun 2014132000 miUS $300 | Front axle on the passenger side had cracked rubber boot. Replaced with rebuilt part. | ||
| Aug 2014132900 miUS $1200 | Replaced worn bushings in front control arms and replaced upper control arm to repair worn tie-rod | ||
| Audi S4 in California, United States Feb 2009 - Dec 2009 | |||
| Mar 200960000 miUS $125 | I noticed a leak in coolant, a pressure test was conducted but no leak found, found to be a possible overfill issue. | ||
| Dec 200964000 mi | Oil/coolant leak. | ||
| Audi S4 in Puerto Rico Dec 2008 - Oct 2011 | |||
| Jan 200921000 miUS $310 | Mass Air Flow was replaced. | ||
| Oct 201139000 mi | The accessory belt for the alternator broke. Replaced belt and performed preventive maintenance by replacing accessory belt pulley and tensioner. Additionally, the spark plugs were replaced. | ||
2004 Audi S4 4dr Sedan
| Audi S4 in Norway Dec 2014 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Jan 2015$600 | Changing the valve seals. Only natural for an engine that's been running this flawlessly for so long. | ||
| Oct 2016168020 mi$500 | Faulty connection to headlights | ||
2004 Audi S4 2dr Convertible
340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Audi S4 in New York, United States May 2011 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Jun 201129000 mi | a/c went out. a/c repair 2nd try: still does not work correctly | ||
| Mar 201232000 mi | Broken cord within the convertible top. | ||
| Mar 201332000 miUS $1106 | Replace Valve Cover Gaskets. Parts $330 and $894 for 6 hours of labor. | ||
| Audi S4 in British Columbia, Canada May 2010 - Jul 2015 | |||
| Jul 201045260 miC $186 | Software that operates power top failed because of low battery voltage. This is a common problem and was quickly resolved by the dealership. | ||
| Mar 201152700 miC $650 | rough idle when engine warm, CEL on briefly then off, shop read engine codes, replaced battery and swapped ignition coils from one cylinder bank to the other, told to come back if problem returns. | ||
| Nov 201157540 miC $56 | replaced front upper suspension bushings replaced valve cover gaskets and half moon gaskets to repair oil leak DIY replacement of the coolant reservoir - there were stress fractures forming on the side of the tank. It wasn't leaking but would probably begin leaking within six months. Part cost $56.00 plus some rad fluid to replace the amount lost. | ||
| Oct 201266340 miC $380 | front crank seal failed | ||
| Jan 201368200 mi | crank seal failing again | ||
| Feb 201368600 miC $550 | crank seal failure misdiagnosed - actual leak was from the oil filter canister connection to the block | ||
| Mar 201368200 miC $225 | driver side window came out of track and fell into the door | ||
| May 201369840 mi | driver side window not sealing with rear quarter window - windows adjusted so that seal was air tight | ||
| Jun 201370680 miC $980 | power steering hoses burst | ||
| Oct 201475020 miC $2522 | Oil leaks from valve covers. Replaced gaskets and seals. The car still leaks oil. Airbag light stayed on constantly. 6 speed paddle shift automatic won't upshift out of first gear when the engine is hot and has been driven in stop and go traffic. Upper link bushings falling apart 6 speed paddle shift automatic won't upshift out of first gear. It required two trips to detect a bad wheel sensor on the front left wheel. Replacement of sensor resolved the problem. | ||
| Jul 201586800 miC $1400 | Fuel pump failed. Replaced it and performed major service at the same time. The oil leak was minor and I stopped wasting time and money on this problem. The engine still dripped oil. V8 powered Audis of this era are notorious for this problem. | ||
2004 Audi S4 2dr Convertible
340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD
| Audi S4 in Michigan, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 201097000 miUS $350 | Wipers seized in pivots - corroded from salt in the winter | ||
| Dec 2010103000 miUS $350 | Won't crank - corroded solenoid in starter motor... | ||
| Jun 2011111000 miUS $500 | Solenoid in the starter motor was corroded and the car would not start... replaced the starter motor - (the solenoid is integral to the starter). Also replaced the Battery - since the high temperature of the engine weakened it to 60%. | ||
| May 2012120300 miUS $300 | Slow responding Ox sensor - rough idle/rough accel | ||
| Oct 2014131300 miUS $6300 | Misfire on one bank + Cam timing advanced error. Plastic timing chain tensioners broken/worn, cam tensioners worn. Pull engine and replace all | ||
| Audi S4 in New Zealand Sep 2016 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Sep 201674400 mi | Wire into boot lid had degraded, needed to replace wire - its the wire to the antenna in boot lid. Symptom was music system sound dropping out as the boot lid was opened and closed. Currently have battery drain issues unsolved. | ||
| Jan 2017$150 | Crank position sensor replacement | ||
| Audi S4 in California, United States Mar 2009 - Oct 2015 | |||
| Apr 200940000 miUS $100 | Radio stopped working-"no antenna" came up on radio receiver. Connection between radio and antenna had to be replaced. | ||
| Nov 200944900 miUS $800 | engine manifold gasket leaking suspension bushings worn rear brake light burned out | ||
| Aug 201049000 miUS $400 | Trunk expander control lever broke. | ||
| Oct 201050000 miUS $175 | Brake sensor switch failed causing ABS light to come on. | ||
| Aug 201155300 miUS $300 | Nav stopped working-had to replace computer. Also fixed leaky head gaskets. | ||
| Jan 201252300 miUS $300 | Whining noise from rear of car-fuel pump failing-fuel pump and fuel filter replaced. | ||
| Sep 201370000 miUS $1900 | Engine would not start. Engine speed sensor was replaced. Convertible top would not work. Motor and latches failed and were replaced. | ||
| Dec 201478000 mi | Convertible top leaks. | ||
| Jul 201580200 miUS $1600 | Convertible top not working-had to replace two motors. | ||
| Oct 201581000 mi | leaking radiator | ||
| Audi S4 in New York, United States Jan 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| May 200961000 miUS $1700 | Various suspension rubber had deteriorated and was replaced. | ||
| May 201074000 mi | Two out of eight of the ignition coils failed completely. Received a recall notice, but they failed before I could have the units replaced. | ||
| Audi S4 in Washington, United States Apr 2012 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Jun 201267000 mi | Econ button would not go off. Hole in A/C compressor. As I'd only had the car for a week, dealer paid for repair. Passenger window motor & driver's seat motor non-working when I purchased the car. | ||
2004 Audi A4 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual AWD
| Audi A4 in Colorado, United States Dec 2010 - Jun 2016 | |||
| May 201472000 miUS $80 | Snub (front) engine mount in need replacement. | ||
| Jan 2015US $600 | Crankcase oil breather hose was cracked, replaced. Coolant hose behind engine leaking, replaced. | ||
| Mar 201576000 miUS $200 | Crankcase position sensor needed replacement. | ||
| Audi A4 in New Hampshire, United States Nov 2009 - Nov 2011 | |||
| Jul 200990000 mi | Wipers started going slower and slower till they finally stopped. Replaced wiper linkeage due to corroded bearings. | ||
| Aug 200992000 mi | Drivers window stopped working, replaced window regulator.Radiator seeping, replaced radiator. | ||
| Audi A4 in Colorado, United States - Aug 2006 | |||
| Jul 200526235 mi | rear seat belt warning light, replaced seat sensor. | ||
| Aug 200644231 mi | left front speaker cutting in and out. Cleaned door electrical connectors to fix. | ||
| Audi A4 in Vermont, United States May 2010 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Jul 201091500 miUS $1600 | AC compressor catastrophic failure, apparantly a common problem. Fortunately I was able to buy a new compressor, receiver/dryer and seal kit for about 500 and brought it to local shop for installation(Dealer wanted over 1400 just for parts) | ||
| Nov 201099000 miUS $700 | Camber out of spec, replace 1 Front lower control arm on each side, 4 wheel alignment. | ||
| Sep 2012132000 miUS $250 | Cam seals and valve cover gasket | ||
| Jan 2013US $900 | Cam seal leak, coolant flange leak at back of cyl head. | ||
2004 Audi A4 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Audi A4 in Ohio, United States Jul 2010 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Aug 201072000 miUS $160 | front rotor change | ||
| Sep 201075000 miUS $109 | Right front wheel bearing. right front wheel bearing | ||
| Nov 201080400 miUS $600 | Replaced vacuum tubing below intake manifold | ||
| Audi A4 in Rhode Island, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2013 | |||
| Aug 2010107000 miUS $750 | vacuum leak | ||
| Nov 2010112000 miUS $200 | lack of heat. cooling system flushed, and thermostat replaced. heat is slightly better,but is still takes a long time to warm out, and it won't get hot. mechanic believes waterpump may be faulty. | ||
| Sep 2011127000 miUS $1200 | replaced shocks at 126,000. | ||
| Sep 2012139000 miUS $2500 | losing coolant, had cracked head. Replaced head and did timing belt replacement at same time. | ||
2004 Audi A4 4dr Wagon
220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD
| Audi A4 in Ontario, Canada Jul 2009 - Aug 2014 | |||
| Jan 201089900 miC $330 | Rear differential leak | ||
| Jun 201095480 miC $400 | Passenger Window motor broken | ||
| Jun 2014153140 miC $2900 | Car in for timing belt change, spark plugs and two broken parts that had the CEL on (about half the repair bill for regular maintenance) | ||
2004 Audi A4 4dr Wagon
220-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Audi A4 in Massachusetts, United States - Dec 2008 | |||
| Mar 200412000 mi | headlight leveling sensor in the rear view mirror | ||
| Jun 200520000 mi | left side rear seat belt tensioner | ||
| Jul 200522000 mi | right side rear seat belt tensioner | ||
| Oct 200632000 mi | camshaft position sensor | ||
| Nov 200633000 mi | front wheel bearing | ||
| Sep 200847000 miUS $500 | driver window regulator | ||
| Dec 200848000 miUS $50 | power steering hose clamp (leak) | ||
2004 Audi A4 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| Audi A4 in North Carolina, United States Oct 2010 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Dec 2010100000 mi | Bought vehicle with engine light on and air bag on. Took to dealer to get service records and found recall involving coil packs. Dealer replaced all 4 plugs no charge. Also found p0 420 got a quote for 1350 catalytic converter | ||
| May 2011104000 miUS $60 | fuel pump noisey due to bad fuel filter. fuel pump making loud humming/whine sound | ||
| Mar 2012110000 miUS $225 | Car jerking when stopped, had cvt oil/filter changed, problem resolved | ||
| Apr 2012110200 miUS $125 | EPC light and Check Engine P0102. Changed MAF Sensor and Vaccum hose replaced | ||
| Mar 2014138000 miUS $156 | Changed both motor mounts and snub mount | ||
| Jul 2014141000 miUS $70 | CV axle boot torn and car was shaking during acceleration. CV axle replaced | ||
| Oct 2015152200 miUS $750 | Egr valve (Combi Valve failed). Secondary air pump failed. CVT slight shudder, need oil replaced. | ||
| Dec 2016160000 miUS $100 | Coolant temp sensor failed. | ||
| Audi A4 in Florida, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Nov 201098000 miUS $150 | Car started to "jumping" upon starting. CVT transmission not shifting properly. Dealer recommended replacement of transmission. Replaced transmission fluid. Appears to be running significantly better. | ||
| Audi A4 in Washington, United States Jun 2007 - Dec 2009 | |||
| Nov 200742000 mi | Replace toggle switch to control outside mirrors. Covered under warranty | ||
| Dec 200960000 mi | Problem was detected when took in for a dealer bid on car. Camshaft tensioner seals are leaking. Estimated cost $650. Not a serious issue, but car now requires the addition of 1 qrt of oil every 4,000 miles. I have since sold car to private party. | ||
| Audi A4 in South Africa Sep 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Nov 200991840 mi | Rattle detected when engine strained (like crawl at idle) Dealer diagnose as timing tensioner and quoted exorbitant amount to repair - still looking for cheaper alternatives | ||
| Dec 200991140 mi | Driver side electric window stuck open and was closed with manual intervention. Part quote received from dealer exorbitantly high - still looking for cheaper alternatives | ||
| Jan 201093000 miR 10500 | Timing belt and tensioner replaced by dealer. Rattle still present when engine under strain (like crawl at idle) but dealer states "not a problem" now although before repair the same noise was "a big problem" Driver side electric window lifter (not motor) replaced by dealer, now working fine | ||
| Jan 201192840 miR 4000 | linkages on anti-roll bar replaced as they were "worn out and a safety issue" AC compressor pulley broken off completely. Told that entire AC system had to be replaced - estimated cost about half the current value of the vehicle | ||
| May 2011101060 miR 10500 | AC compressor disintegrated, was replaced together with condenser and accumulator, and whole system flush and re-gas | ||
| Aug 2012109400 miR 450 | Aircon didn't work, flushed and regassed, detected leak on valve, replaced valve | ||
| Aug 2014125400 miR 8000 | AC not working and indicator clears when manual override attempted. Check at mechanic, who diagnosed faulty compressor. Replaced Noticed oil leak, upon investigation saw cracked oil sump, welded shut during AC compressor replacement | ||
| Oct 2014126360 mi | Vehicle broke down next to the road with water pouring out at the bottom. Took it to the mechanic on a tow truck. After opening the top it turned out the timing belt broke, the cam shaft broke most of its teeth off and some valves were bent A couple of days after getting the car back from the time belt replacement it started juddering and missing under all acceleration. Drove to the mechanic who diagnosed a faulty coil. Replaced | ||
| Apr 2017147560 miR 2155 | vehicle overheated suddenly and quickly which pointed to temp sensor or thermostat - both replaced | ||
| Jan 2018152520 miR 40 | Left dim headlight blew, replaced | ||
| Mar 2018155000 miR 450 | water leak detected, took vehicle to mechanic who replaced the radiator, leak found on pipes, repaired | ||
| Audi A4 in California, United States - Nov 2007 | |||
| Oct 200728500 mi | hid bulb replacement window switch replacement under warranty | ||
| Nov 200729000 mi | transmission control module replaced under warranty | ||
2004 Audi A4 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual AWD
| Audi A4 in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2014 - Sep 2015 | |||
| May 201487700 miUS $1600 | Wheel bearings replaces as well as timing belt and other maintenance items. | ||
| Jul 201486000 miUS $835 | Rear coolant flange leaking. Airbag TSB needed completed. | ||
| Mar 201596000 miUS $100 | Coolant leak at thermostat housing. | ||
| Jul 201598000 miUS $2000 | Clutch replaced due to being worn at age. Normal. Control arms replaced due to age. Bushings were splitting. Inner and outer tie-rods replaced. | ||
| Sep 201598000 mi | Steering rack leaking, needs replaced. | ||
| Audi A4 in California, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Mar 2016103000 miUS $154 | Window regulator failure Drivers front door latch micro switch failed closed Passenger side rear door latch micro switch failed open | ||
| Audi A4 in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2011 - Apr 2013 | |||
| Sep 2012170000 miUS $6500 | Clutch failure. A section of the clutch disc broke off. The clutch would hold a gear but not release. Clutch disc, pressure plate, and flywheel were replaced. Rear main seal was replaced as preventative maintenance. | ||
| Audi A4 in Queensland, Australia Feb 2015 - Jan 2018 | |||
| Feb 2015169260 miA $100 | Initially took car in because of rust in roof rail Audi fixed under warranty. Car then leaked water, Audi again fixed under warranty. Was drain tubes for sunroof. Vehicle was over revving and had erratic idle, also blew oil all over side of engine. I replaced, PCV, breather tube, vacuum hoses, thermostat, top radiator hose and balance hose. Had erratic engine idle and over revving problems, coils were replaced by dealer because of recall. Did not fix erratic idle or over revving. Had over revving and erratic idle issue when purchased. All other attempts to fix made no difference. Finally crank position sensor failed. Replaced part, erratic idle and over revving issue gone. | ||
| Mar 2016179180 mi | re: Issue with rust in roof, started to rust out again. Finally repaired correctly when turret removed and repaired. Under warranty. | ||
| Nov 2017197160 miA $420 | Took vehicle in to have timing belt kit installed. Mechanic found faulty water pump, also replaced. | ||
| Jan 2018197780 miA $55 | Replaced coolant overflow tank. Stress cracks were forming so replaced as preventative measure. | ||
| Audi A4 in New Jersey, United States Aug 2013 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Jul 2014127000 miUS $450 | Windshield wiper gearbox seized and had to be replaced. | ||
| Oct 2015132000 miUS $600 | Replaced rear pads, rotors and calipers. | ||
| Jun 2016133000 miUS $500 | Injector seals were leaking | ||
| Sep 2016133000 miUS $600 | New exhaust downpipe and incidentals. | ||
| Audi A4 in Ontario, Canada Jul 2012 - Oct 2016 | |||
| Aug 2012127280 miC $4 | coolant leak at back of head, was coolant temp sender O ring, read on internet a real pain to do, only took 40 minutes and cost $4.09 with tax for a new O ring and C clip | ||
| Jul 2013136700 miC $40 | 4 engine codes, engine missing, poor excelleration, dont use E3 spark plugs, less than a year old, junk on turbo cars. | ||
| Jul 2014150640 miC $300 | Head gasket leaking, replaced as well as valve seals and cam seals Oil sensor replaced as gone bad Breather lines cleaned as easy to get at while apart as well as oil cooler or ring | ||
| Feb 2016172980 miC $300 | Water pump leaking, replaced. Timing belt done at same time as it will be due in another 20000km. | ||
| Oct 2016173600 miC $800 | Over 280 thousand KM on original clutch Well it finally went as well as clutch master cylinder so replaced clutch master and slave cylinders and installed all new clutch kit with new light weight single mass flywheel | ||
| Audi A4 in Colorado, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Mar 200845000 mi | Seatbelt in back was replaced caused airbag light when engaged, also had 45,000 maintenence done for free. | ||
| Audi A4 in Rhode Island, United States Feb 2010 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Dec 2010125000 miUS $425 | Fuel pump blew...towed in Sunday, replaced Monday | ||
| Jun 2011132000 miUS $1020 | replaced window regulator coolant leak/coolant temperature sender unit replaced | ||
| Oct 2012151000 miUS $500 | Oil leak | ||
| Audi A4 in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2008 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jan 2010125200 miUS $350 | Plastic thermostat housing cracked. Difficult to duplitcate - only "seemed" to leak when cold. Driving dried the leaked coolant so it was difficult to trace. | ||
| May 201086000 miUS $25 | valve cover gasket was leaking | ||
| Nov 201097000 miUS $200 | Engine running lean due to vacuum leak. Split hard line on crankcase breather system at the back of the head. Replaced entire section from suction valve to block. | ||
| Mar 2011105000 miUS $45 | Leaking thermostat housing. Shop replaced unit under warranty as it had been changed recently | ||
| Aug 2011110300 miUS $250 | Drivers side aigbar ignitor code - known issue with these cars. The harness has little slack, moving seat to limits sometimes stresses harness, it loosens up causing code. Connector cleaned and reassembled. | ||
| Jan 2012118000 miUS $90 | Side Airbag Ignitor code again. Driver's seat. Seat removed, contacts cleaned all reinstalled. Quicker and cheaper to do this than replace harness. | ||
| Sep 2013146000 miUS $250 | Rear coolant flange leaking | ||
| Nov 2013149000 miUS $450 | No heat- heater core clogged. Flushed and thermostat housing replaced. Required return trip since initial installation was faulty. | ||
| Feb 2014154000 miUS $1000 | floaty steering, instability, front end clunks. Tie Rod and Upper control arms replaced. Febi Bilstein UCA had lasted 25-30K miles; ball joint end was gone. Replaced with Meyle HD. TRE were original, replaced with Lemforder | ||
| May 2014158000 miUS $458 | Drivers side front inner CV joint fully split. Replaced entire axle since it was original and I had no idea how long the boot had been torn. | ||
| Jan 2015110800 miUS $700 | Heater core clogged beyond flush. Replaced with OEM. | ||
| May 2015175000 miUS $250 | Inner Cv boot torn, replaced axle with raxles unit | ||
| Nov 2015182000 miUS $25 | Lack of heat, flushed heater core, found not clogged, performed coolant flush, bled system refilled with new coolant. | ||
| Dec 2015183000 miUS $150 | front lower control arm outer bushings (lower strut) gone. arms were cheap replacement parts aquired in a previous pinch. | ||
| Jan 2016170700 miUS $80 | Engine Mounts leaking. Replaced with Corteco brand B5 S4 mounts | ||
| May 2016185100 miUS $100 | torn boots on drivers front axle (was a cheap replacement) dirt & grime getting in and causing wear and vibration. replaced with a quality unit from Raxles front passenger caliper seized. needed to replace pads (uneven wear and caliper) | ||
| Feb 2017191000 mi | Replaced caliper (the one replaced last year) due to sticking. Tried replacing/regressing slides first to no avail. Autozone warranty covered caliper. Rear coolant flange leaking. Replaced w/ aluminum coolant flange. Upon disassembly, found the o-ring was bad. | ||
| Sep 2017196000 miUS $400 | Changed lower control arms and inner and outer tie rods | ||
| Dec 2017197000 miUS $1000 | low oil pressure at higher rpms (fine at idle), pulled pan to check pickup tube and o-ring for sludge. No sludge present. removed oil pump, found wear, replaced oil pump and oil pressure return | ||
| Audi A4 in Quebec, Canada Sep 2011 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Jun 201296720 miC $700 | Evaporator got damaged by a road debris | ||
| Audi A4 in Oregon, United States May 2012 - Jun 2017 | |||
| May 2012122000 miUS $300 | Fuel Pump needed to be replaced | ||
| Oct 2012125200 miUS $100 | rear coolant flange | ||
| Dec 2012126000 miUS $100 | Water pump was leaking, replaced. | ||
| May 2015143000 miUS $80 | Replaced driver-side front wheel bearing | ||
| Mar 2016148000 miUS $200 | Engine mounts, transmission mount, and valve cover gasket | ||
| Apr 2017151 miUS $1000 | Replaced AC compressor | ||
| Audi A4 in Georgia, United States May 2010 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Jun 2011176000 miUS $6 | Alternator quit working. Determined brushes needed to be replaced. Brushes $2.00, sandpaper $4.00. | ||
| Aug 2011180000 miUS $900 | - Both Electrical Cooling Fans were bad. This in turn destroyed the electrical cooling fan module. - Master Clutch cylinder failed, replaced. | ||
| Apr 2012206700 miUS $380 | - rear of the engine thermostat clip failure: replaced - radiator developing crack: replaced - crank case breather tube broken: crappy vw plastic: replaced | ||
| Aug 2012210000 miUS $200 | Crank case ventilation failed. This has thrown engine to missfire and throw map controlled coolant thermostat shorted to plus error code. Replaced crank case ventilation parts, reset ecm, all good. | ||
| May 2014245000 miUS $350 | steering rack has been leaking for last 100k miles | ||
| Audi A4 in Florida, United States Aug 2006 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Feb 200626060 mi | glove box replaced. no cost due to warranty repair. would have cost 735.95 out of warranty. | ||
| May 200862600 miUS $700 | new tires(not included in price) installed, balanced, four wheel alignment. stainless steel brake lines installed. brake fluid flush. | ||
| Audi A4 in Washington, United States Sep 2009 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Jun 201083000 miUS $1700 | Valve cover and camshaft gaskets were leaking and had to be replaced. | ||
| Jul 201083000 miUS $110 | MAF sensor replaced | ||
| Mar 201195000 miUS $100 | Replaced camshaft position sensor and boost control solenoid | ||
| Mar 2012100000 miUS $500 | boost issue traced to broken wire to boost control solenoid | ||
| Mar 2014115000 miUS $750 | coolant flange replaced | ||
| Jun 2014117000 miUS $1500 | new clutch installation | ||
| Oct 2014121000 miUS $200 | dead engine position sensor | ||
| Dec 2014124000 miUS $1200 | leaking water pump | ||
| Sep 2016131000 miUS $1100 | Motor mount replacement | ||
| Jul 2017136000 miUS $100 | Camshaft position sensor failed and required replacement | ||
| Audi A4 in Ontario, Canada Jun 2009 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Oct 200961060 mi | Original factory coil packs failed and had to be replaced | ||
| Mar 201063860 miC $200 | Replaced crankshaft sensor. Replaced crankshaft sensor | ||
| May 201177160 miC $700 | Coolant temperature sensor intermittently not working | ||
| Sep 201181840 miC $350 | Replaced rusted exhaust flex pipe | ||
| Audi A4 in Ontario, Canada - May 2007 | |||
| May 200713020 mi | Sunroof was acting up, had the sunroof switch replaced under warranty by the dealer. | ||
| Audi A4 in Washington, United States Jul 2011 - May 2015 | |||
| Jul 201288200 miUS $190 | Replaced the Fuel pump that was dying. | ||
| Jun 201394000 miUS $250 | Replaced Upper Control Arms. Replaced the Variable Cam Timing Solenoid and tensioner assembly. | ||
| Oct 201394300 miUS $50 | Replaced Oil Cooler that was leaking oil into the coolant system. | ||
| Jul 201498300 miUS $300 | New tie rods and control arms. | ||
| Apr 2015103000 miUS $120 | Replaced radiator that had a pinhole leak. | ||
2004 Audi A4 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Audi A4 in California, United States Sep 2007 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Oct 200740000 miUS $350 | wheel bearings replaced | ||
| May 200950000 miUS $1090 | needed new water pump as fluid was leaking. got new timing belt too! | ||
| Jun 200951000 miUS $250 | coolant temp thermostat replaced | ||
| Jan 201162000 miUS $650 | both axles and boot replace seat fixed and | ||
| Jun 201164000 miUS $50 | window motor and sunroof motor replaced | ||
| Oct 201167000 miUS $200 | Fuel pump died, pump was replaced and fuel filter was replaced | ||
| Mar 201271000 miUS $70 | Leaking hoses to be replaced | ||
| Audi A4 in Alberta, Canada Feb 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Mar 200834720 miC $300 | Computer lost settings, had to be reflashed. | ||
| Audi A4 in Missouri, United States Jul 2010 - Jan 2014 | |||
| Jan 2012107000 miUS $220 | No start, no CEL. fuel pump and filter changed by owner. shop quote $1200, my cost parts $220 PCV valve gave loud whine like the fan belt had failed. Got a low oil pressure light - took to shop diagnosed engine sludge build up. De-Sludged sump crankcase cover, changed PCV valve and some of the hoses. Total cost $996 Dipped headlight bulb needed replacing my cost $5 + 1hour labor. Shop quote $120 Crankcase position sensor failed. Car would not start, and gave codes suggesting a problem with this (CKP). Shop quote $200. my cost from ebay $16, and 2 hours labor | ||
| Dec 2012100000 miUS $62 | Engine none start, towed to garage, started next day ... garage said no compression due to flooding caused non start.... passenger headlight bulb change, and brake light... total cost $10 to change myself ... bulbs from ebay / amazon | ||
| Sep 2013108000 miUS $510 | The coolant flange went again, didn't want to deal with it, as my other car was in the shop as well so had shop tow it, and do the work. | ||
| Jan 201489000 miUS $50 | Oil Dipstick tube disintegrated when I went to check the fluids, when the car wouldn't start, just like last year ... | ||
| Audi A4 in Illinois, United States Jun 2009 - Jun 2010 | |||
| Dec 200968000 miUS $35 | Ignition Coil on Cylinder 2 failed. Old coil was revision "R" - replaced with like item. | ||
| Jan 201069000 miUS $170 | Throttle body hose popped off. Car wouldn't run. Fouled spark plugs had to be replaced as side effect. | ||
| Jun 201071000 miUS $650 | Several minor vacuum hoses needed replaced due to crack. hanger and bushing on anti-rollbar needed replaced | ||
| Audi A4 in Connecticut, United States Nov 2010 - Jan 2011 | |||
| Dec 201099000 miUS $1100 | Replacement of fuel gauge system. | ||
| Audi A4 in Quebec, Canada Oct 2007 - Dec 2008 | |||
| Jul 200842160 miC $50 | Whining high pitched sound from front end...left front wheel bearing | ||
| Oct 200844640 mi | The rack and pinion was changed successfully with no charge under extended warranty at the dealer. | ||
| Audi A4 in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2014 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Nov 2014120000 miUS $200 | Flush and purge heat exchanger | ||
| Apr 2015125700 miUS $25 | Harmonic balancer replaced | ||
| Sep 2015133000 miUS $50 | Turbo Wastegate Actuator | ||
| Audi A4 in Virginia, United States Dec 2014 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Jan 2015106500 miUS $1700 | Blown head gasket | ||
| Jun 2015123000 miUS $250 | Turbo inlet hose split. | ||
| Audi A4 in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2009 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Aug 200946000 miUS $426 | Motor regulator malfunctioned in front drivers-side door. | ||
| Jan 201154000 miUS $1400 | Fluid leaks in several areas. | ||
| Feb 201154200 mi | Broken sun visor clip. | ||
| Mar 201155000 mi | Clip replaced | ||
| Jan 201264000 miUS $800 | Fuel pumps required replacing | ||
| Dec 201274000 miUS $800 | Bad wheel bearing and frozen tie rods. | ||
| Jun 201594000 miUS $800 | AC not blowing cold. Slight coolent system leak. Cracked resevoir. | ||
| Sep 201595000 miUS $500 | Oil leak cause coil pack failure. | ||
| Dec 201597000 miUS $1100 | Front passenger window regulator and motor. Hood alarm switch. | ||
| Aug 201698000 miUS $125 | Tie rods needed replacing | ||
| Audi A4 in North Carolina, United States Mar 2012 - Jul 2012 | |||
| Jun 2012126000 miUS $1000 | Front Upper & Front Rear Control Arm Bushings Oil dipstick tube broken ($20) Valve Gasket Cover cracked ($300) | ||
| Audi A4 in Texas, United States Nov 2015 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Mar 2016170000 miUS $225 | Replace PCV hoses Leaking coolant flange and heater hose coupler | ||
| Aug 2017192000 miUS $250 | Clear CEL, diagnose low fuel mixture | ||
| Audi A4 in Connecticut, United States May 2010 - Mar 2011 | |||
| Jul 2010103000 miUS $1100 | bad ignition coils and fuel pump | ||
| Mar 2011110000 miUS $800 | vacuum leak, check valve failures | ||
| Audi A4 in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2014 | |||
| May 201169000 miUS $1000 | Engine Coils had a TSB issued - Dealer Replaced All 4 at N/C | ||
| Audi A4 in California, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Aug 200963500 miUS $30 | Replace failed coil. | ||
| Jan 201068000 miUS $520 | Fuel Pump Failed. | ||
| Audi A4 in Pennsylvania, United States Oct 2007 - Jul 2013 | |||
| Feb 200823000 mi | Noise coming from rear seat. Seat bracket needed retightened and greased. | ||
| Dec 200953000 miUS $100 | Coil Packs Failed Windshield Wiper linkage/motor failed | ||
| Jun 2013100000 miUS $165 | AC needed recharged and checked for leaks. | ||
| Audi A4 in Texas, United States Dec 2011 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Jun 201285000 miUS $1500 | Steering rack leaked oil. Seals were bad. Had to purchase a new one at the dealer. Passenger side window regulator broken. | ||
| Jul 201286000 miUS $500 | Radiator fan came loose. Cut into radiator. | ||
| Jun 2013113000 miUS $400 | Auxiliary fan broke off of electrical motor. New motor and fan replaced. Coolant flange behind the block was leaking water. | ||
| Audi A4 in Ontario, Canada Apr 2011 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Jun 201166340 miC $220 | Replace coolant flange and temp sensor | ||
| Aug 201172140 miC $70 | I changed the drivers door window regulator myself because the dealer wanted $495 | ||
| Aug 201299640 miC $150 | drivers front window regulator failed again | ||
| Feb 2013107960 miC $100 | Oil level sensor light on dash. Oil Level Sensor replaced. | ||
| Jun 2013111600 miC $100 | Replaced drivers side front window regulator (2nd replacement) | ||
| Dec 2013119660 miC $265 | valve cover gasket was replaced | ||
| Mar 2014121520 miC $2000 | Replaced head gasket to fix a bad oil leak from the passenger side, rear corner of the engine block. Also timing belt, coolant pump as PM. | ||
| Jun 2014125240 miC $680 | Left front bearing was replaced, plus front rotors and pads | ||
| Aug 2014128000 miC $25 | replace brake light switch | ||
| Nov 2014130200 miC $54 | Replaced left fog light bulb | ||
| Feb 2015133300 miC $80 | Dead cell in the battery resulting in vehicle failed to start | ||
| Apr 2015133500 miC $40 | Drivers window switch on the armrest console stopped working. Replaced console switch. | ||
| Oct 2015140000 miC $100 | Passenger front window regulator failed and had to be replaced. | ||
| Dec 2015142600 miC $150 | The flex pipe from the exhaust down pipe ruptured and had to be replaced. | ||
| Audi A4 in Maryland, United States Sep 2007 - Jan 2011 | |||
| Jul 200857000 miUS $50 | Bad (howling right front wheel bearing replaced under CPO warranty with $50 deductable) | ||
| Nov 200862000 mi | Fuel pump died. Replaced under CPO warranty Passenger front Window regulator was bad. Dealer replaced under CPO warranty | ||
| Dec 200864000 miUS $50 | Leaking bleeder screw on hard coolant pipe. Leaking cam chain tensioner/valve cover gaskets. Finally after 4th time mentioning it, do they consider it not normal and repair. | ||
| Sep 201095000 miUS $100 | bleeder check valve for the breather system and a couple of molded hoses were cracked. Caused rough running and check engine light, lean fuel codes. | ||
2004 Audi A4 4dr Sedan
220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| Audi A4 in North Carolina, United States Nov 2010 - Apr 2012 | |||
| Apr 201280000 miUS $350 | some sensor related to the xenon headlight | ||
| Audi A4 in California, United States Jun 2009 - Apr 2010 | |||
| Sep 200987000 mi | CVT shifted jerkily, replaced. Warranty Direct paid $7000 bill. | ||
| Apr 201096000 mi | Steering rack made noise and leaked, replaced. Sound system had unfixable intermittent crackling and poor AM reception. | ||
2004 Audi A4 4dr Sedan
220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD
| Audi A4 in Minnesota, United States Sep 2013 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Nov 2013109700 mi | Power steering rack and Pinon needed to be replaced due to leaking power steering fluid. Did not do repairs due to high cost. Decided to trade in vehicle | ||
| Dec 2013111000 miUS $1500 | Water pump failure although it had been replaced 30,000 miles prior. Timing belt also replaced early. | ||
| Audi A4 in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2008 - Oct 2012 | |||
| Jun 201268000 miUS $55 | Window regulator broke, happens often with this model/type of vehicle. VW's are prone to it also. | ||
| Audi A4 in Connecticut, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Jan 200952000 mi | -Engine Misfire. Dealer replaced entire engine block under warrante for free. -Brake light switch error required replacement. | ||
| Jun 200953000 miUS $5 | Blown brake light bulb. | ||
| Oct 200956000 miUS $50 | -Ground wire faulty from ECM needed to be replaced. It caused CEL light as well as engine misfire. Car stalled and needed to be towed to Audi. Extended warranty covered the tow and repair for $50 (deductable) | ||
| Jan 201058000 miUS $6 | -Power steering making VERY loud noise in cold weather. Once warm it would stop, however, it got worse. Quickly added to fluid and the noise stopped totally. | ||
| Oct 201174000 miUS $450 | fuel pump died | ||
| Jan 201495300 miUS $1500 | Water pump replacement with timing belt. Replaced all shocks and broken control arms | ||
| Jun 201497000 miUS $125 | Drivers side window regulator replaced | ||
| Audi A4 in California, United States May 2012 - Aug 2012 | |||
| May 2012112000 miUS $650 | dead fuel pump | ||
2004 Audi A4 4dr Sedan
220-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Audi A4 in Indiana, United States Dec 2009 - May 2011 | |||
| Jan 201065000 miUS $500 | Windshield wiper transmission replaced. | ||
| Jun 201066000 miUS $220 | AC stopped working. | ||
| Audi A4 in Maryland, United States Apr 2012 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 201257000 miUS $20 | Brake switch sensor | ||
| Audi A4 in Zambia Oct 2013 - May 2014 | |||
| Nov 201370260 mi$300 | Cylinder misfire and one coil pack was found to be faulty and then replaced | ||
| Audi A4 in Louisiana, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Dec 200941000 miUS $1041 | Sudden fuel pump failure | ||
| Audi A4 in New Jersey, United States Feb 2009 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Aug 201790000 mi | Glove box hinge broke. Pulled out and epoxied, and put a backup screw in to support. Broke again a week later. | ||
2004 Audi A4 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| Audi A4 in California, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jan 201048000 mi | replaced water pump due to wetness on outside of pump. replaced timing belt because water pump was out. | ||
| Sep 201061000 miUS $8000 | CVT transmission replaced due to slipping and stuttering when accelerating from stop. also would not move for first 5 seconds when accelerator was depressed. CVT transmission replaced due to slipping and stuttering when accelerating from stop. also would not move for first 5 seconds when accelerator was depressed. | ||
| Audi A4 in Florida, United States Oct 2010 - Feb 2012 | |||
| Nov 201038000 miUS $1900 | Had to replace the transmission TCM unit on a CVT at only 37k | ||
| Dec 201148000 mi | Warranty exchange on the TCM | ||
| Feb 201248000 mi | they replaced the TCM as part of the warranty | ||
| Audi A4 in Utah, United States Oct 2009 - Nov 2010 | |||
| Dec 200939000 miUS $180 | Car would appear to studder and then stall when coming to a stop occasionally, engine would not rev past 1300 when accelerator pressed, and car would not move, drive selection (PRNDS) on instrument gauge would all be highlighted at once. | ||
| May 201042800 miUS $100 | Ignition Coils failed, replaced under Audi Ignition coil service campaign Cam Adjuster Seals leaking | ||
| Audi A4 in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2021 | |||
| May 201068000 miUS $50 | refrigerant recharged | ||
| Jun 201070000 mi | engine check light on highway, limp mode for one minute, slowed, then light stopped, code shows misfires but coils just replaced as part of recall. | ||
| Feb 201175300 miUS $145 | replaced transmission mount | ||
| Sep 201179000 miUS $500 | engine coolant temp. sensor | ||
| Jan 201274500 mi | crankcase breather system faulty causing oil consumption | ||
| Aug 201283900 miUS $250 | alternator not charging needed new one | ||
| Dec 201286000 mi | Scored cylinder walls, resulting in oil consumption, new factory short block under warranty as this was one of the factory covered 1.8t sludge cars. | ||
| Oct 201389000 miUS $350 | tied rods clunking and squeeking | ||
| Jun 201491000 miUS $400 | Hole in condensor | ||
| Sep 2017110000 miUS $200 | wobble from front under acceleration worn cv | ||
| Audi A4 in Arkansas, United States Oct 2007 - Aug 2009 | |||
| Nov 200738000 mi | Brake switch failed causing brake lights to stay on (most of the time); caused battery to discharge | ||
| Oct 200855000 mi | Replace right front wheel bearing. | ||
| Audi A4 in California, United States Sep 2011 - Oct 2013 | |||
| Aug 2013121000 miUS $250 | Transmission control module is failing and needs to be replaced. | ||
| Oct 2013124000 mi | Transmission control module rr | ||
2004 Audi A4 2dr Convertible
220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| Audi A4 in Florida, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Aug 201061000 miUS $1600 | Reverse flashing gear selection indicators. Intermittent, would reset when car restarted. Diagnosed as Faulty CVT control computer. | ||
| Nov 201064500 miUS $1800 | Gear Selector lights flashing, Replace transmission computer and reprogram | ||
| Jun 201386000 miUS $550 | jerky take off | ||
2004 Audi A4 2dr Convertible
220-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Audi A4 in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2013 - Oct 2021 | |||
| Jun 201399000 miUS $320 | Needed new oil pressure and oil level sensor | ||
| Aug 2014110000 miUS $300 | SRS - Airbag System. Seat Belt Igniter failed Srs airbag light. Diagnosed to bad connection with odbc2 computer. Replaced connector. | ||
2004 Audi A4 / S4
Engine not specified
| Audi A4 in New Jersey, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Oct 2007113000 mi | Told I need a new engine because of excessive valve wear. Note: Dealer performed ALL scheduled maintenance on this car. Audi refused to particpate in the $10K cost, so I traded car for a Prius. | ||
| Audi A4 in California, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2011 | |||
| Apr 201198000 miUS $200 | power steering damaged on the gears. temporarily fixed twice at 200 each repair. to properly repair the engine needs to go off the car. car sold | ||
| Audi A4 in North Carolina, United States Nov 2010 - Jan 2011 |
| Audi A4 in New Jersey, United States Nov 2011 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Dec 2011120000 miUS $335 | Replace front passenger wheel bearing. | ||
| Audi S4 in New York, United States Dec 2011 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Jan 201383000 miUS $200 | Had to replace maf sensor | ||
2004 Audi A4 / S4 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel CVT 2WD
| Audi S4 in Great Britain Mar 2010 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Jul 201077000 mi£250 | electric window winder lifter mech failed, common fault, part replaced Air conditioning was ineffective had to be vac'd out and repressurised, no leaks found. | ||
| Feb 201384200 mi | Glow plugs failed Road spring snapped, new one fitted Drive belt about the fall off, bearings failed in belt guide and tensioner | ||
| Jul 201385200 mi£80 | A/C recharged and dye added to trace leak | ||
| Jul 2015105000 mi£120 | reservoir bottle had split. Had to be replaced | ||
| Apr 2016114000 mi | CVT gearbox, input shaft has failed, car is write off. | ||
2003.5 Audi S4 4dr Wagon
340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD
| Audi S4 in France May 2010 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Apr 201380700 mi€500 | Two electrical relays were changed to prevent rapid battery discharging that was frequently leading to car not starting. Parking sensor malfunction. Emitting a high pitched beep different from usual noises | ||
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