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2004 Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 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%)

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2004 Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (14%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (7%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (36%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

107800 mi US $355	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.
115000 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.

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134646 mi US $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.
137000 mi US $78	Wiper transmission seized.